a slogan used by politicians and corporations to get support for a war they will never fight in. Also used to sell bumper stickers, car magnets, all that shit. This slogan is said by people who have no inkling what it's like to serve in the Armed Forces.
Gina's car has a "support the troops" bumper sticker on it. It's there because it's the fashionable thing to have on a car these days.
People who wait for someone to announce a tragety or an act of courage or heroism and proceed to state that the announcement has no meaning because the troops have experienced more heroism, tragedy, courage, ect. They then make a statement about the country not having any "true" values.
After a famous celebrity dies Rebecca posted a status about troops dieing every day and stated that everyone needs to talk about that even though she never talks about the troops regularly. She is such a "What About the Troops" Person.
Normally spoken about a recent event, such as last night or this morning. Also denotes a certain level of glory, and should be celebrated by every comrade present.
If this exclamation sparks a political discussion, you've done something wrong. Or you have lame friends.
Jem: Hey Charlie, that girl you were with last night... did you bring the troops home?
Charlie: Mission accomplished, Jem. I fuckin' brought the troops home.
A non sequiter trotted out (usually by conservative Republicans) in an attempt to silence opposition. Typically followed by attempts to slash veterans benefits and support for amnesty for insurgents who haved kill Americans.
You don't think that the Islamic Republic of Iraq is a good idea? Why don't you shut up and support the troops?
A phrase to be repeated constantly to people that have cheated on their significant others while they are away at boot camp or deployed. As they clearly do not respect the troops, they must be constantly reminded to do so.
"Hey look over there, it's Sarah."
"The Sarah that slept with a guy while her boyfriend was at boot camp?"
"Yeah that one, I'm gonna call her out... HEY SARAH! RESPECT THE TROOPS!"
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.