A phrase used to describe when someone claims their internet, phone, and/or TV is down and is therefore exempt from the associated responsibilities. Used in reference to the fact that no one in Egypt can access the internet, use cell phones, etc.
Teacher: Your homework is posted on my website.
Student 1: Oh, I won't be able to do it. My internet is down.
Student 2: Hey, he's pulling an Egypt.
Guy: Dude, why haven't you called or texted me?
Girl: Hey my phone service is down.
Guy: You're lyin'. Stop pulling an Egypt.
Student 1: Oh, I won't be able to do it. My internet is down.
Student 2: Hey, he's pulling an Egypt.
Guy: Dude, why haven't you called or texted me?
Girl: Hey my phone service is down.
Guy: You're lyin'. Stop pulling an Egypt.
by EgyptianCitizen February 1, 2011