A phrase used to describe the blind beliefs of any institution or state where someone is told to believe something without evidence or reason and where that ignorance is then passed on to others (because they believe the lies they have been told) and becomes self-perpetuating.
'Nationalism is a form of self-perpetuating ignorance where we are taught to hate the 'other' or outsidegroup.'
'No you cannot convert me to your religion, I have no desire to be a part of your cult's self-perpetuating ignorance.'
A legal term used when a lawyer doesn't know what the hell they are talking about or has a complete lack of knowledge on an area of law.
Also a term used when a lawyer cannot be sued for malpractice
Lawyer Lexi: Hey can you help me with my 10(b)(5) pleading?
Lawyer Larry: Uh no that's totally rule against perpetuities to me
Lawyer Lenny: Hey I heard you screwed up and are now being sued for malpractice
Lawyer Leslie: No I only screwed up the rule against perpetuities so they can't sue me
1. a consistantly bitchy tone of voice, regardless of a speaker's intentions
2. an aggravatingly long complaint
3. someone whose most notable character trait is bitching
The use of the word "blue" to refer to sexually explicit content was first recorded in Scotland in 1824. "Blue" meant "lewd" because prostitutes dressed in blue gowns.
French slang, which translated, means "bull's fashion" but basically equates to "hyper trendy" or overly trendy. Used when a person wishes to express distaste at the latest fashion trend/fad, because it seems that everyone has a certain item of clothing or is wearing it. This term is most frequently heard in Paris but is slowly spreading to other parts of France.
1. That Burberry scarf is so fache-couture.
2. That purple American Apparel hoodie is so fache-couture.
A slang term for GLP-1 medications(like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, etc.), usually referring to their appetite-killing, weight-loss, or “I forgot to eat” effects rather than the medical details.
Usage:
* Often casual, ironic, or meme-y
* Can imply effortless weight loss, suppressed hunger, or being “powered by pharmaceuticals”
Notes:
Not a brand name—just shorthand for the whole GLP-1 wave. Frequently shows up in online jokes, gym talk, and group chats where people pretend they’re *totally* doing it naturally.
“I’m not dieting, I’m just on that glippy.”
“Ever since the glippy hit, food feels optional.”
“That summer body? Yeah, glippy assisted.”
Pajama casual is a term used when working from home and preparing for a video conference. All business above the waist and your pajama pants down below.
We have a Zoom meeting in a few minutes and I’ll probably go pajama casual.