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Short for “Get Ready With Me,” GRWM is an internet-native format where creators walk viewers through personal routines—morning rituals, makeup sessions, existential spirals disguised as skincare tutorials. Emerging from beauty YouTube and later dominating TikTok, GRWM videos blend voyeurism, lifestyle branding, and casual oversharing into one surprisingly soothing stream. The phrase signals not just preparation, but an invitation: an intimate, curated glimpse into the daily chaos of someone who definitely owns too many serums.

“GRWM while I figure out if I’m going to this party.”

Standing for “Greatest Of All Time,” GOAT has become a cultural badge of honor used in sports, music, gaming, and any domain where people passionately declare superiority. The phrase’s rise mirrors the social-media era’s obsession with rankings and hot takes. Calling someone the GOAT places them above the competition—past, present, and hypothetical future—suggesting their influence is unmatched. It’s both praise and final judgment, because once someone is labeled the GOAT, debates tend to erupt like small online brushfires.

“LeBron? Messi? Beyoncé? Choose your GOAT wisely.”

“Extra” describes a person who has taken the concept of enthusiasm, emotional expression, or theatrical flair and turned the dial well past social norms. The term gained mainstream traction through reality TV, meme culture, and social media commentary where calling someone “extra” is both critique and admiration. It acknowledges behavior that goes beyond what the moment requires—sometimes charmingly, sometimes catastrophically. The hallmark of an “extra” personality is the inability to perform mildly: every reaction is an audition, every outfit a red-carpet moment, every inconvenience a personal attack.

“She brought a confetti cannon to study group—so extra.”

Though it sounds like something a bus might do, “bussin’” refers to food—or experiences—so good they bypass the rational brain and go straight to the reward center. The term is most strongly associated with African-American Vernacular English (AAVE) and exploded on TikTok in the early 2020s, often accompanied by overly dramatic reactions and food reviews filmed under questionable lighting. To call something “bussin’” is to say it’s exceptional, indulgent, and probably unhealthy in all the best ways. Think: the culinary equivalent of a standing ovation.

“This ramen is bussin’—I might cry.”

Originally a simple noun tied to gambling culture, “bet” has evolved into one of the most efficient verbal shortcuts in modern American slang. It functions as an all-purpose acknowledgment meaning “I agree,” “I understand,” or even “I accept your challenge,” depending on tone. Its rise is closely tied to hip-hop vernacular and youth digital communication, where brevity equals status. When someone replies “bet,” they’re signaling a mix of confidence, readiness, and the delightful modern ability to confirm plans without actually committing emotionally. Reliable, compact, and slightly smug—just like the generation that popularized it.

“We’re leaving at 10?” “Bet.”