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A polite-ish way of saying ‘stop bugging me’ before you actually snap. Often used when parents or friends won’t stop nagging.

“Get off my back about my laundry.”

The legendary weight gain that sneaks up on college newbies armed with unlimited dining hall buffets. Not guaranteed, but extremely likely.

“Unlimited pizza? Hello freshman 15.”

The weirdly violent way Americans wish someone good luck. No actual limbs should be harmed, unless you’re in theater—then it’s tradition.

“Break a leg on your presentation, bro.”

To release the emotional pressure cooker before you explode on innocent bystanders. Could involve yelling, gaming, dancing terribly—dealer’s choice.

“After finals, we gotta blow off steam hard.”

A dramatic way to say you’re feeling something at maximum voltage—joy, rage, nostalgia, whatever. Insert whatever emotion’s currently ruining your day.

“This song gives me all the feels.”