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fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

'Clueless' just turned 30. A new anniversary glossary celebrates its language

Clueless popularized influential slang expressions and captured the essence of Valley speak from affluent California teens.
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fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My son loves explaining slang words to me. It gives me a peek into how his mind works.

Connecting with a child through learning their slang fosters relationship growth and mutual respect.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

How 'beards' have helped LGBTQ+ people stay hidden - and we don't mean facial hair

A beard is a person who - knowingly or unknowingly - dates or marries a gay person so that that individual can hide their sexuality. By appearing as though they are part of a heterosexual relationship, the idea was to negate any possibility of them being seen as queer.
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fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

German phrase of the day: JWD (janz weit draussen)

JWD, pronounced "Yot vee dey", stands for janz weit draussen which means "way out in the middle of nowhere" and captures urban-rural tensions.
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fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

What Does 'FAFO' Mean, and Where Did It Come From?

The acronym 'FAFO' means 'F--- around and find out,' cautioning against risky behavior or serving as a reminder of consequences.
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