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Pulling a Joey 

The act of deceiving someone by telling them something you're not. (lying)
Cute Cali Girl: So what kind of arguments do you get into with your ex?
Joey: I actually don't argue with a girl....ever.... I'm just "old fashioned" you could say...
Cute Cali Girl: Stop it, you're Pulling a Joey
Pulling a Joey by TheStealthAssassin September 1, 2021

pulling a joey 

Faking sick and not coming to school, instead staying home and doing absolutely nothing.

Saying you did your homework, then looking for a half-hour, not finding anything, saying you swear it was there, and completely lie even though everyone knows you didn't do your homework.
Steve: Where's Joe today?
Ed: Oh, he's totally pulling a Joey.

Joe: I know I did my homework, but I just can't find it. Can I check my locker?
Teacher: Sure
(half-hour later)
*bell rings*
Joe: I did it, but can I get it to you tomorrow?
Teacher: Yes...
*Joe then looks in the extra sheets folder, takes the homework, and doesn't do it anyways. The cycle continues forever*
pulling a joey by EJ Falkon April 19, 2010

Pulling a Joey 

Saying "whatever" because you have no counter argument and can't think of something intelligent to say.
"Whatever Kati" "really joey, see your pulling a joey!"
Pulling a Joey by Faawee February 15, 2014

Pulling a Joey 

To extend an invite to a group of friends only to back out of the plans yourself.
"Man he's really pulling a Joey with this whole guys night thing. At least everyone made it out."
Pulling a Joey by Rhomtein July 26, 2017

Pulling a Joey 

When during a conversation, someone interjects with a comment that is off topic, and often nonsensical, or illogical.
Example of Joey pulling a Joey:

Zech: "You don't get your burger with mustard? Ew."
Jackson: "What do you mean mustard fucking sucks on burgers."
Joey: "Dude I think Owen and Trishelle are gonna hang up on me."
Pulling a Joey by jackson viveiros January 11, 2019
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No Surprises Wedding

A "No Surprises Wedding," or NSW, is a wedding invitation designation that tells attendees that there can be no unplanned announcements, engagements, events or speeches at the wedding - all actions must be pre-approved by the couple. Anyone who performs an unapproved "surprise" will be asked to leave the wedding early.

This designation comes from Reddit, where so many stories of bad wedding behavior indicated a need to communicate expectations for the wedding behavior of attendees.
You are cordially invited to the nuptials of Brian and Tom on October 31 at noon.

Please note that this wedding is child-free (under 10) and a No Surprises Wedding (NSW). Reach out to wedding planner Sami Smith to request approvals or exceptions; please note that exceptions will be rare. Limited child care for under-10s will be available. All approvals will be noted and included in planning. Unapproved, or surprise exceptions, will result in guests being asked to leave.
Word of the Day on November 8, 2026
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