Street Talk 2 - A Closer Look: Lesson 8

to perform extremely well in something, especially a test

an object or thing that is considered precious, small, or important, often used affectionately or possessively

to leave or exit a situation, typically quickly or unexpectedly

related to the flight or motion of objects that are propelled or shot, especially bullets, missiles, or projectiles

a pretty or attractive girl

used to describe something that is exceptionally good, impressive, or amazing

having a very unpleasant appearance

very easy to do or accomplish

to criticize or make negative comments about something or someone

to experience a mild high or altered state of mind from consuming drugs

strong criticism or reprimand, often for something perceived as wrong or controversial

to manage to get some sleep

be lazy or idle

to borrow something without intending to repay or to get something from someone without giving anything in return

disappointed, upset, or downhearted about something

having no energy or motivation due to excessive work or stress

to vomit, usually after drinking too much alcohol

a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance

to be in trouble, especially due to one's own actions or mistakes

an awkward or nerdy person focused on studies at the expense of social grace

extremely intoxicated, usually from alcohol or drugs

an eccentric or unreliable person

used to describe something that is cool or fashionable

to become extremely upset, agitated, or overwhelmed by fear, anxiety, or excitement

to perform poorly or fail unexpectedly when winning or favored to win

to consume a beverage, usually a carbonated or alcoholic one, quickly and in large gulps

lacking knowledge, understanding, or awareness about a particular situation or subject

to go to bed or fall asleep quickly

to seek a casual sexual encounter in a public place, typically between gay men

to skip or intentionally miss a class, typically without an acceptable excuse

to playfully and energetically behave in a noisy and silly manner, particularly to make someone laugh

a silly, scatterbrained, or unintelligent person, often used in a lighthearted or teasing manner

extremely impressive or exciting

a person who is considered socially awkward, unpopular, or lacking in coolness, often due to excessive enthusiasm for unfashionable interests or poor social skills

to drink completely, often in one go

marked by a painfully slow and effortful manner

a foolish, silly, or socially awkward person

dangerous or scary, usually in an exciting way

having consumed excessive alcohol to the point of extreme intoxication

to express contempt or disrespect to a person by showing one's naked backside to them

an abrupt and strong desire to eat something

an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting

to flirt with someone, often with romantic or sexual intentions

used to describe something that is extremely large or impressive

***an aggressive exclamation of triumph said after the speaker has defeated one or proven one wrong. Although rude, the phrase is often used jocularly, without actual hostility

used to describe something that is terrific, impressive, or new in a cool or exciting way

intoxicated by drugs or alcohol

in a way that provides or includes everything necessary

fashionable in a way that is modern, unconventional, and exciting

used to tell someone to change their life style and start doing more exciting or important things

to fully relax and enjoy oneself, often with a sense of carefree and unrestrained enjoyment

to be put in an embarrassing situation, especially due to being manipulated or tricked

to grab and pull a person's underwear or pants to make it get stuck between their buttocks, often as a prank

used to encourage someone to try their best in doing or achieving what they want

to express one's anger or irritation toward the person who caused it

to heat or cook food rapidly using a microwave oven

exceptionally good or impressive

said of a woman who is behaving very angrily and cannot be reasoned with, due to being in her menstruation period

on the verge of leaving or departing from a place

to continue to have fun, often associated with a carefree or celebratory attitude

someone who is considered to be of very low social status or morally reprehensible

used to indicate that one has deceived or tricked someone, often in a playful or mocking manner

to stay awake all night, usually to study, work, or complete a task

to move quickly or with urgency

to treat someone in a cruel or unfair way, often by deceiving them or manipulating them

(used of sexual behavior) showing or appealing to bizarre or deviant tastes

serious and of great importance

*** to visit a restroom

used to emphasize something that is extremely large, intense, or significant

used to say that something is not important or is not a problem

six-pack of beer

an unattractive or undesirable woman

extremely intoxicated, often appearing clumsy, unsteady, or lacking coordination

a person who is perceived as being absent-minded or out of touch with reality

to mentally disconnect and lose awareness of one's surroundings

something that is considered cute, small, or endearing

to criticize or complain about someone or something in a persistent or annoying manner

the act or practice of stealing

very great in degree

to observe and examine something or someone carefully in order to gain information or assess a situation

to cheat, betray, or unfairly ruin someone's chances or situation

a person considered disgusting, vile, or repellent

impressive or large in size, amount, or quality

a person who is not married or in a committed relationship

to display an air of defiance, arrogance, or annoyance, often in response to a situation

to empty what is in one's stomach through one's mouth

to relax without doing much activity

used to describe someone who is mentally or physically disoriented, exhausted, or in a state of confusion, often due to the influence of drugs, alcohol, or extreme tiredness

heavily intoxicated by alcohol, often to the point of being impaired or unconscious

to become very upset, anxious, or act irrationally due to stress or overwhelming emotions

weak and ineffectual

feeling nervous, excited, or unable to relax

a person regarded as weak, timid, or lacking courage, especially seen as unmanly

a person who is perceived as weak, cowardly, or overly sensitive

to vomit or throw up, often used informally or humorously

to attempt to gain favor or approval from someone in a position of authority by engaging in actions or saying things to please them

to try to be calm and relaxed and possibly rest

to vomit a lot and in length

extremely tired or exhausted, often due to physical exertion or overwork

said to angrily ask a person to stop staring at one