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X Called, they want their Y Back 

This phrase is a derogatory saying that usually denounces someone's style in something. "X" is usually replaced with a time period whom the person's style reflects. "Y" is replaced with the item being made fun of or denounced.

Another permutation of this saying is more common on imageboards, messageboards, and forums. china called...
Examples of X Called, they want their Y Back...

Hey, Justin Bieber called, he wants his singing skills back.
Hey, the 1970s called, they want their clothing back
Hey, Elvis called, he wants his hair back
Related Words

y'all come back 

You individuals are invited to return back to this location.
I know we didn't have the clues you were looking for but y'all come back anytime if you need help.
y'all come back by DIGGERß March 28, 2004

Back of the Y 

"Back of the Y is without a doubt the greatest thing to grace our television screens in many years. If youre looking for a half hour of full kicking, mind blowing, no budget, stunt laden wanking jokes then this is for you. While everyone seems to be talking about the American series 'Jackass' at the moment, its good to see that our own home grown Kiwi dumbasses Matt Heath and Chris Stapp have once again risen to the challange and made a show so stupid and funny that it makes any jackass look lameass."
"Listen im gonna say this once! DRUGS, are for GROWN UPS! GO TO BED!"

"I'm not an asshole, I'M A MAN!"

"your kids, are on drugs, RIGHT NOW!"
Back of the Y by Hazel September 21, 2004
Underpants normally worn by men of the homosexual persuasion, whereby the opening pouch is located at the rear as opposed to the front.
I'm going out speed fudging tonight, so I got me Y Backs on for easy access!
Y Backs by Dickie Brooks October 3, 2007

A Booger In The Nose Of Progress 

Anything that impedes or otherwise interferes with a process going forward.
"Militarily, that inquest was a booger in the nose of progress."

or

"As far as human rights are concerned, this political infighting is a booger in the nose of progress."
Word of the Day on June 2, 2026

🤡🫵🏻

How to say "you're an idiot/clown" using only emojis.
Person 1: Insert completely incorrect and/or idiotic statement here
Person 2: 🤡🫵🏻
Word of the Day on June 1, 2026