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Street Talk 2 - A Closer Look: Lesson 8

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to ace
[Verb]

to perform extremely well in something, especially a test

Ex: With focused preparation , the job candidate aced the interview and secured the position .
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baby
[noun]

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

Ex: This old guitar is my baby, I 've had it for years .
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to bail
[Verb]

to leave or exit a situation, typically quickly or unexpectedly

Ex: She was ready to bail from the meeting as soon as it started running late .
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ballistic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Ballistic missile defense systems protect against airborne threats.
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Betty
[noun]

a pretty or attractive girl

Ex: He got a date with a real Betty for the weekend .
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bitching
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The food at that restaurant was bitching, I can’t wait to go back.
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butt-ugly
[Adjective]

having a very unpleasant appearance

Ex: I don't know why he wore that butt-ugly jacket to the party.
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cake
[Adjective]

very easy to do or accomplish

Ex: Building that bookshelf was a cake compared to the last project.
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to cap on
[Verb]

to criticize or make negative comments about something or someone

Ex: He would n’t stop capping on the way I did my work , even though it was fine .
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to experience a mild high or altered state of mind from consuming drugs

Ex: She tried catch a buzz but did n't want to get too high .
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flak
[noun]

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

Ex: The company is receiving flak over their new policy .
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to manage to get some sleep

Ex: The soothing lullaby helped the baby relax and get some Z's for a nap.
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be lazy or idle

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

Ex: Stop trying to bum money off me.
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bummed
[Adjective]

disappointed, upset, or downhearted about something

Ex: He felt bummed after hearing the bad news .
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burned out
[Adjective]

having no energy or motivation due to excessive work or stress

Ex: Taking a break helped her avoid getting burned out.
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to vomit, usually after drinking too much alcohol

Ex: He could n't handle the shots and ended driving the porcelain bus.
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dude
[noun]

a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance

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to dust
[Verb]

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

Ex: She ended up dusting for not following the rules at work .
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dweeb
[noun]

a person, often a student, who is socially awkward, overly studious, or lacks common social skills, and is often ridiculed for these traits

Ex: She embraced her identity as a dweeb, proudly showing off her collection of rare comic books .
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faced
[Adjective]

extremely intoxicated, usually from alcohol or drugs

Ex: He passed out on the couch, totally faced.
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flake
[noun]

a person who behaves in an eccentric or unpredictable manner

Ex: Despite being a flake, she brings a lot of fun and spontaneity to the group .
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fly
[Adjective]

used to describe something that is cool or fashionable

Ex: The new car he bought is totally fly.
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to become extremely upset, agitated, or overwhelmed by fear, anxiety, or excitement

Ex: I freaked out when I realized I had forgotten about the important meeting.
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to choke
[Verb]

(particularly in sports) to perform poorly in a critical moment due to being nervous

Ex: He had an excellent season but choked when it came time to perform in the playoffs .
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to chug
[Verb]

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

Ex: The group of friends loudly cheered as they chugged their beers in a drinking contest .
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clueless
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The job applicant seemed clueless about the company 's mission and goals during the interview .
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to crash
[Verb]

to go to bed or fall asleep quickly

Ex: She crashed on the hotel bed and did n’t wake up until morning .
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to cruise
[Verb]

to seek a casual romantic or sexual partner by moving about a specific area

Ex: In college , many students cruise campus events , parties , and gatherings as a way to explore romantic possibilities .
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to cut class
[phrase]

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

Ex: He got cutting class and had to face the consequences .
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to cut up
[Verb]

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

Ex: In an effort to lighten the mood , the teacher decided to cut up a bit in class , making funny faces and telling jokes .
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ditz
[noun]

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

Ex: He 's not a ditz— he just acts like one sometimes .
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dope
[Adjective]

extremely impressive or exciting

Ex: The party last night was dope; everyone had a great time!
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dork
[noun]

a dull stupid fatuous person

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to down
[Verb]

to drink completely, often in one go

Ex: She downed the last of her coffee before heading out the door .
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dragging
[Adjective]

marked by a painfully slow and effortful manner

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goober
[noun]

a foolish or silly person, often used in a teasing or affectionate way

Ex: I feel like a total goober for forgetting my phone at home .
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hairy
[Adjective]

dangerous or scary, usually in an exciting way

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hammered
[Adjective]

having consumed excessive alcohol to the point of extreme intoxication

Ex: She was hammered and could barely stand when the cab arrived.
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to hang a BA
[phrase]

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

Ex: Please tell me you didn't hang a BA at the headmaster after graduation.
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an abrupt and strong desire to eat something

Ex: He's known for his late-night munchies runs to the convenience store for candy and soda.
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heave
[noun]

an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting

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to hit on
[Verb]

to flirt with someone, often with romantic or sexual intentions

Ex: Trying to hit on someone in a respectful and friendly way is key to successful dating .
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honking
[Adjective]

used to describe something that is extremely large or impressive

Ex: The honking sound of the truck was impossible to ignore .
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in one's face
[interjection]

***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

Ex: I told Janet I would get that promotion before she did.
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fresh
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The presentation was fresh, and everyone was impressed .
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fried
[Adjective]

intoxicated by drugs or alcohol

Ex: He got fried and passed out on the couch.
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fully
[Adverb]

in a way that provides or includes everything necessary

Ex: The clinic is now fully staffed with nurses , doctors , and support personnel for 24-hour service .
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funky
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Her funky style combines retro and modern influences .
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get a life
[sentence]

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

Ex: Instead of gossiping about others, it's better to get a life and focus on personal growth.
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to fully relax and enjoy oneself, often with a sense of carefree and unrestrained enjoyment

Ex: The festival was a perfect opportunity to get down and experience the joy of live music and art .
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to moded
[Verb]

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

Ex: She felt totally moded after her crush heard her talking about him behind his back .
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to grab and pull a person's underwear or pants to make it get stuck between their buttocks, often as a prank

Ex: The boys giggled mischievously as they plotted to give their unsuspecting friend a melvin during recess, hoping to catch him off guard.
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go for it
[sentence]

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

Ex: After years of dreaming about it , he finally mustered the courage to quit his job go for it, starting his own business .
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to go off
[Verb]

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

Ex: She was calm for most of the argument , but eventually , she went off on her brother .
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to nuke
[Verb]

to heat or cook food rapidly using a microwave oven

Ex: The reheatable breakfast burrito was designed for those who prefer to nuke their morning meals .
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on hit
[Adjective]

exceptionally good or impressive

Ex: The restaurant we went to was on hit; everything tasted amazing .
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on the rag
[phrase]

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

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out of here
[phrase]

on the verge of leaving or departing from a place

Ex: After a long day at work , she was ready to out of here.
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to continue to have fun, often associated with a carefree or celebratory attitude

Ex: After the concert, we all went out to party on at a nearby club.
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pond scum
[noun]

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

Ex: She called him pond scum after hearing about his lies .
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psych
[interjection]

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

Ex: You thought I was serious about quitting coffee?
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to stay awake all night, usually to study, work, or complete a task

Ex: pulled an all-nighter playing video games instead of studying .
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to jam
[Verb]

to move quickly or with urgency

Ex: If we don’t jam, we’ll miss the beginning of the movie.
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to treat someone in a cruel or unfair way, often by deceiving them or manipulating them

Ex: The car salesman tried to jerk the customer around by inflating the price of the vehicle.
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kinky
[Adjective]

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

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major
[Adjective]

serious and of great importance

Ex: The major decision to expand operations overseas was met with cautious optimism .
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*** to visit a restroom

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mondo
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The waves at the beach today are mondo huge!
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no biggie
[interjection]

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

Ex: No biggie if you ca n’t make it tonight , we ’ll hang out later .
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sixer
[noun]

six-pack of beer

Ex: I 'll bring the snacks if you grab a sixer.
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skag
[noun]

an unattractive or undesirable woman

Ex: That skag is always causing trouble at school .
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sloppy
[Adjective]

used to describe someone who is excessively drunk, often resulting in clumsiness or lack of coordination

Ex: By the end of the evening , they were all sloppy and stumbling around .
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a person who is perceived as being absent-minded or out of touch with reality

Ex: She 's always daydreaming and forgetting things ; she 's a total space cadet.
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to mentally disconnect and lose awareness of one's surroundings

Ex: In the middle of the meeting , he could n't focus anymore and started to space out, staring into the distance .
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puppy
[noun]

something that is considered cute, small, or endearing

Ex: I couldn't resist the puppy-like charm of the new gadget.
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to rag on
[Verb]

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

Ex: They were ragging on the movie , saying it was too long .
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rip
[noun]

the act or practice of stealing

Ex: He warned me to be careful , as rips are common in that neighborhood .
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royal
[Adjective]

very great in degree

Ex: He ’s been giving me royal headaches with his constant demands .
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to observe and examine something or someone carefully in order to gain information or assess a situation

Ex: He scoped out the competition before entering the tournament .
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to cheat, deceive, or treat someone unfairly, often with harmful consequences

Ex: They screwed over the small businesses to make a quick profit .
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a contemptible or unpleasant person, often used in a playful or mocking manner

Ex: Stop acting like a scuzzbucket and help us clean up .
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serious
[Adjective]

impressive or large in size, amount, or quality

Ex: After getting a job , he finally had some serious money to spend .
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single
[noun]

a person who is not married or in a committed relationship

Ex: The resort offered special packages for singles, including social activities and mixers.
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to display an air of defiance, arrogance, or annoyance, often in response to a situation

Ex: When she did n't get her way , threw attitude and stormed out .
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to empty what is in one's stomach through one's mouth

Ex: Sarah couldn't handle the extreme motion of the roller coaster and ended up tossing her cookies all over the ground.
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to relax without doing much activity

Ex: The students vegged out in the common room, chatting and relaxing.
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wacked
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The heat made me feel wacked, and I had to sit down for a while.
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wasted
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She was wasted and kept laughing at everything her friends said.
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to become very upset, anxious, or act irrationally due to stress or overwhelming emotions

Ex: She tends to wig out over small problems , it ’s just how she reacts .
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wimpy
[Adjective]

weak and ineffectual

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wired
[Adjective]

tense with excitement and enthusiasm as from a rush of adrenaline

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wuss
[noun]

a person who is physically weak and ineffectual

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wussy
[noun]

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

Ex: You ’re not a wussy just because you do n’t like horror movies .
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to yack
[Verb]

to vomit or throw up, often used informally or humorously

Ex: If you eat that , you might yack later .
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to attempt to gain favor or approval from someone in a position of authority by engaging in actions or saying things to please them

Ex: The politician was criticized for constantly sucking up to wealthy donors.
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to try to be calm and relaxed and possibly rest

Ex: She ’s taking it easy this weekend , catching up on sleep .
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to vomit a lot and in length

Ex: Jake's stomach couldn't handle the spicy food he ate, and he ended up spending the evening talking to Ralph on the big white phone.
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trashed
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He was trashed after running the marathon, barely able to keep his eyes open.
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take a picture
[sentence]

said to angrily ask a person to stop staring at one

Ex: The stranger 's long gaze made her say , Want take a picture or what ?
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