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What does it mean when someone says an embarrassing moment 'lives in their head rent free'?
What does it mean when someone says an embarrassing moment 'lives in their head rent free'?
What is implied when someone gives another person 'side eye'?
What is implied when someone gives another person 'side eye'?
Why might someone wish for their embarrassing moments to 'go away'?
Why might someone wish for their embarrassing moments to 'go away'?
When someone expresses they are giving 'side eye', what might they be reacting to?
When someone expresses they are giving 'side eye', what might they be reacting to?
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What can we infer about learning slang in a new language based on the content?
What can we infer about learning slang in a new language based on the content?
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What does the phrase 'it's a flop' commonly imply?
What does the phrase 'it's a flop' commonly imply?
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How is the phrase 'I'm unwell' typically used in conversation?
How is the phrase 'I'm unwell' typically used in conversation?
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In what context is the term 'yap' most appropriately used?
In what context is the term 'yap' most appropriately used?
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What does the slang phrase 'to take an L' mean?
What does the slang phrase 'to take an L' mean?
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What best describes the purpose of learning slang according to the content?
What best describes the purpose of learning slang according to the content?
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When is it considered inappropriate to use slang phrases?
When is it considered inappropriate to use slang phrases?
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Which of the following phrases would indicate that something did not meet a person's expectations?
Which of the following phrases would indicate that something did not meet a person's expectations?
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What might someone mean when they say they are 'unwell' after watching a show?
What might someone mean when they say they are 'unwell' after watching a show?
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How has the use of the word 'yap' evolved?
How has the use of the word 'yap' evolved?
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What might someone refer to as 'an L' after a missed opportunity?
What might someone refer to as 'an L' after a missed opportunity?
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Why might older adults find certain slang phrases awkward to use?
Why might older adults find certain slang phrases awkward to use?
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What type of emotions might someone express with the phrase 'I'm unwell'?
What type of emotions might someone express with the phrase 'I'm unwell'?
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Which of the following best summarizes the key point about slang usage?
Which of the following best summarizes the key point about slang usage?
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What indicates that a person is perceived to be very good or accomplished at something?
What indicates that a person is perceived to be very good or accomplished at something?
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What does the slang phrase 'to give someone the ick' imply?
What does the slang phrase 'to give someone the ick' imply?
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What does 'catfishing' refer to in slang?
What does 'catfishing' refer to in slang?
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What does the term 'OG' signify in slang?
What does the term 'OG' signify in slang?
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How is the phrase 'it's giving' typically used?
How is the phrase 'it's giving' typically used?
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What does the slang phrase 'you ate' mean when used as a compliment?
What does the slang phrase 'you ate' mean when used as a compliment?
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When someone says 'something lives rent-free in my head', what does it indicate?
When someone says 'something lives rent-free in my head', what does it indicate?
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What does it mean when someone mentions that boasting about money gives them the ick?
What does it mean when someone mentions that boasting about money gives them the ick?
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What is commonly understood by the slang term 'iconic'?
What is commonly understood by the slang term 'iconic'?
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In the context of slang, what does 'it's a flop' mean?
In the context of slang, what does 'it's a flop' mean?
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What does calling someone's cooking 'ate' imply?
What does calling someone's cooking 'ate' imply?
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How would someone typically use the phrase 'it's giving school project unprepared'?
How would someone typically use the phrase 'it's giving school project unprepared'?
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When people express the phrase 'talking in a baby voice gives them the ick', what do they mean?
When people express the phrase 'talking in a baby voice gives them the ick', what do they mean?
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What does the slang expression 'it's giving chic and elegant' imply about someone?
What does the slang expression 'it's giving chic and elegant' imply about someone?
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Study Notes
Everyday English Slang Phrases
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Flop: Something that did not meet expectations or live up to hype. Often used to describe disappointing movies, shows, or even lessons.
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Unwell: A humorous and over-dramatic way to express shock, excitement, or confusion. Not meant to be taken literally.
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Yapping: Talking a lot, typically about unimportant things. This slang has increased in popularity. Can describe someone who is just chatty generally or a person talking while you're trying to focus on something else.
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Taking an L: Experiencing a loss or disappointment. Forgetting something important or missing an opportunity.
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Giving Someone the Ick: Losing attraction or feeling a strong dislike for someone or something due to their actions. Often something that is cringy or makes someone uncomfortable.
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Catfishing: Pretending to be someone else online, often with false images or information.
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OG (Original Gangster): The original or first version of something, the oldest or original. Often used to describe someone or something that was influential in its time and remains relevant.
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It's Giving [a vibe]: Describing the vibe or feeling a person or thing gives off. Used to describe a style or feeling, rather than the specifics. This might be used to describe clothing, a performance, mood, etc..
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Something Ate: A compliment for something that was done well or with style. Includes a significant amount of style and is well done, such as an outfit or a meal, or performance.
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Iconic: Something exceptional, extraordinary, or well-received. Can be applied to style, performance, etc. in a way similar to "something ate."
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Lives Rent-Free in My Head: Something that is frequently on one's mind, whether positively or negatively, usually something embarrassing or something you can't stop thinking about. It often is something that one would like to forget.
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Side Eye: A look of judgment or suspicion, often without saying anything. Someone or something causing you to be judging them or something they did wrong.
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Test your knowledge of popular everyday English slang phrases with this fun quiz. From 'flop' to 'catfishing', discover how well you understand these modern expressions. See if you can match the slang to its meaning and impress your friends with your linguistic prowess!
