Word deep-dives

A TikTok-born label for a low-effort, snack-like meal assembled from whatever sounds good.

Excessively praising, defending, or flattering someone.

A sustained, demanding routine of work or effort toward a goal.

Gross, disgusting, or unpleasant.

Good, fine, or all right.

Someone who tries too hard, takes things too seriously, or acts aggressively intense.

Serious, intense, emotionally weighty, or impressive, depending on context.

A person, usually a child or teen, dressed head to toe in bright neon colors.

School slang for homecoming, especially its dance and related plans.

Preoccupied with or unable to stop thinking about someone or something.

A sassy drag-community term of endearment blending honey with reclaimed language.

A texting abbreviation for “I don’t think so,” used to express doubt, disagreement, or a likely no.