Appearing in popular memes in the 2010s, the phrase deal with it is a bold, self-assured declaration ordering someone to put up with something they may object to or to make do with a challenging…
Content warning: The following article contains references to sexual language, which are included because they document the real-world use of this term. Deez nuts is an expression used to deliberately interrupt or divert a conversation.…
Demisexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by only experiencing sexual attraction after making a strong emotional connection with a specific person. A demisexual identity is a useful indicator for where a person might fall on the…
Dihydrogen monoxide is a technically correct, though rarely used chemical name for water. It has been employed as a hoax to evoke fear in the minds of people who are scientifically uninformed. This term is…
Do a barrel roll is an internet meme that’s mainly used to caption images or gifs of people, animals, and objects doing a 360-degree turn (or trying to). It’s also a sarcastic response to questions…
Doge refers to an internet meme that pairs pictures of Shiba Inu dogs, particularly one named Kabosu, with captions depicting the dog’s internal monologue.
Originating as a motto on an iconic Revolutionary War flag, don’t tread on me is a historic expression of American patriotism. Today, it may be used as a more general expression of personal freedom and…
A double rainbow consists of two rainbows, one over the other, popularized by a 2010 viral video. More specifically, the phrase can describe the viral video Yosemitebear Mountain Double Rainbow 1-8-10, which recorded such a…
Drop it like it’s hot is a phrase often associated with hip-hop, rap, and dance music. It’s used most commonly as a command or request. Specifically, it refers to a dance move where a person…