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   Papi

   Borrowed by English, papi is a Spanish colloquialism for “daddy,” extended as a general term of endearment like “buddy” for a friend or “my man” for a romantic partner.
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   brat

   In modern pop culture, the word brat refers to someone who is confidently rebellious, unapologetically bold, and playfully defiant. This new definition celebrates individuality and a carefree attitude, often with a hint of sass and…
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   👍 Thumbs Up emoji

   The thumbs-up emoji is used to express assent, approval, or encouragement in digital communications, especially in Western cultures.
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   Jesus piece

   A Jesus piece is a piece of jewelry, often made of gold or silver and associated with hip-hop culture, depicting the head of Jesus. The term can also refer to a crucifix.
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   Dude, These Terms Were Totally Popularized By Generation X
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   Austin City Limits

   Austin City Limits is an annual music festival held in Austin, Texas. It’s commonly abbreviated as ACL and is officially called the Austin City Limits Music Festival.  The festival grew out of the Austin City…
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   gekyume

   Gekyume is a term coined by the late hip-hop artist XXXTentacion meaning a "higher plane of thought or being." It's also the name of his only son, Yume for short, who became the subject of…
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   🖕 Middle Finger emoji

   The middle finger emoji represents the physical act of raising one’s middle finger—considered an obscene gesture in many cultures—and is used for offensive or humorous effect.
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   Erin go Bragh

   Based on an Irish phrase meaning “Ireland forever,” Erin go Bragh is a popular expression of loyalty to, or affection for, Ireland and its people and culture.
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    Treat Yourself To The Origins Of 11 Food Toponyms

    Few things travel across borders as easily as food recipes and ingredients. So perhaps it should come as no surprise that there are so many foods named from where they originally come from. Sometimes the name comes from a specific ingredient like a fruit or vegetable that’s grown in a place, like Sichuan peppers or Fuji apples, while other times the name comes from a …

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    gay adjacent

    Gay adjacent can describe a straight person who has interests or behaviors stereotyped as gay—very often meant in a good way, like not being a total slob or you sincerely dig Carly Rae Jespen. It can also…
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    finger guns

    Finger guns are a hand gesture made by pointing the index finger and cocking the thumb in a way that imitates a handgun. They can be used as a greeting or to acknowledge something as funny,…