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Cathy Newmaning
When you're in the middle of a discussion and you make a point, and the other person starts rattling off straw men versions of your comment and trying to make you defend the words they just put in your mouth, they are "Cathy Newmaning" you. Named after an infamous debate between Jordan Peterson and Cathy Newman.
Alex: Apples are different than oranges
Brenda: So you're saying apples are superior to oranges. So you're saying oranges should be treated less well than apples. So you're saying we should stop growing oranges and only grow apples from now on. So you're saying it's OK to burn orange trees because they are a blight on the environment. So you're saying....
Alex: Lol, damn I ain't say none a that shit, quit Cathy Newmaning me
Brenda: So you're saying apples are superior to oranges. So you're saying oranges should be treated less well than apples. So you're saying we should stop growing oranges and only grow apples from now on. So you're saying it's OK to burn orange trees because they are a blight on the environment. So you're saying....
Alex: Lol, damn I ain't say none a that shit, quit Cathy Newmaning me
Cathy Newmaning by bemorechadlike June 28, 2020
Related Words
neymaring • Newmaning • nearing • neumaning • Newmarking • Neymarie • Nyaring! • antisocial nearing • Cathy Newmaning • Ny-mazing
antisocial nearing
The opposite of social distancing.
In a pandemic when people ignore the advice of social distancing and instead engage in antisocial nearing activities like shaking hands, hugging, and spending time in large crowds.
In a pandemic when people ignore the advice of social distancing and instead engage in antisocial nearing activities like shaking hands, hugging, and spending time in large crowds.
That coughing, sniffling, lunatic went in for a full-on antisocial nearing hug when the CDC says we should be practicing social distancing.
The President of the United States for weeks encouraged antisocial-nearing, telling everyone not to worry because the pandemic was under control and might just disappear.
The President of the United States for weeks encouraged antisocial-nearing, telling everyone not to worry because the pandemic was under control and might just disappear.
antisocial nearing by NeologianPJG March 12, 2020
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neumaning
neumaning by Iamawaysneumaning August 5, 2011
nearing
nearing by Zolenskify April 22, 2020
Newmarking
Newmarking refers to the act of attending social gatherings, parties, or family functions and convincing oneself that it is acceptable to operate a vehicle and drive home despite consuming alcoholic beverages. The term is derived from the concept of rationalizing or justifying the decision to drive after drinking, often associated with the well-known figure Pinot Paul Pelosi, who symbolizes a person who tends to downplay the risks of driving under the influence.
Related Terms:
Pinot Paul Pelosi:
Pinot Paul Pelosi is a symbolic term representing an individual who downplays the risks of driving under the influence, particularly associated with the consumption of Pinot Noir wine. It reflects an irresponsible or dangerous attitude towards driving after consuming alcohol.
Rationalize Ride:
Rationalize Ride refers to the process of justifying or rationalizing the decision to drive after drinking, often fueled by overconfidence or denial of the potential dangers involved.
Inebriated Ignition:
Inebriated Ignition describes the dangerous act of starting a vehicle's ignition while under the influence of alcohol, risking the safety of oneself and others on the road.
Related Terms:
Pinot Paul Pelosi:
Pinot Paul Pelosi is a symbolic term representing an individual who downplays the risks of driving under the influence, particularly associated with the consumption of Pinot Noir wine. It reflects an irresponsible or dangerous attitude towards driving after consuming alcohol.
Rationalize Ride:
Rationalize Ride refers to the process of justifying or rationalizing the decision to drive after drinking, often fueled by overconfidence or denial of the potential dangers involved.
Inebriated Ignition:
Inebriated Ignition describes the dangerous act of starting a vehicle's ignition while under the influence of alcohol, risking the safety of oneself and others on the road.
"After several glasses of wine at the dinner party, John found himself newmarking and attempting to drive home, convinced he was perfectly fine behind the wheel."
Newmarking by Heynow September 15, 2023
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