How to Pick Up Lines to Use on Guys

Find the perfect line to drop over text or IRL

Looking to add a little playful charm to your flirting game in person and over text? Whether you want to spark a connection or make someone smile a good pick-up line can work wonders. We’ve compiled a list of 130 corny, cute, funny, clever, and sexy pick-up lines to use on guys to make them roll their eyes, laugh, blush, or all three. Plus, we spoke to dating coaches John Keegan and Cher Gopman to get their advice on the best way to use lines to win the man of your dreams. So, take a chance and try out these flirtatious one-liners, or let them inspire you to come up with your own!

Steps

Cute Pick-Up Lines to Use on Guys

1. Charm the guy you like with a super cute line. Use a sweet and innocent pick-up line to make a guy feel special without coming on too strong. Keep your vibe light-hearted and your delivery genuine, and pair your line with a warm smile for maximum effect. Here is a list of cute pick-up lines to get you started.
   
   • “Did the sun come up, or did you just smile at me?”
   • “You’re so sweet; you might give me a toothache.”
   • “Do you have a band-aid? Because I hurt my knee when I fell for you.”
   • “I know a girl who is interested in you. If I weren’t so shy, I’d have told you sooner!”
   • “Well, here I am. What are your other two wishes?”
   • “Are you a magician? Because whenever I look at you, everyone else disappears.
   • “If you were a vegetable, you’d be a cutecumber.”
   • “I must be a snowflake because I’ve fallen for you.”
   • “I'd like to take you to the movies, but they don't let you bring your own snacks.”
   • “Let's make like fabric softener and snuggle!”
   • “Hershey’s factories make millions of kisses a day. I’m only asking you for one.”
   • “Are you a keyboard? Because you’re just my type.”
   • “Anyone who says Disney is the happiest place on earth has never stood next to you.

Cheesy Pick-Up Lines for Him

1. Showcase your silly side by opening with a side of cheese. When you want to make a guy laugh, embracing the cheese can work in your favor. Use a cheesy pick-up line with a playful grin and a dash of confidence that tells him you know just how silly they are. Mr. Right will appreciate your willingness to be a little goofy from time to time. Try one of these lines to sprinkle a little cheese on your flirting:
   
   • “You don’t need a car to drive me crazy.”
   • “Are you a parking ticket? Cause you got FINE written all over you.”
   • “I was wondering if you were an artist because you are so good at drawing me in.”
   • “Can you give me directions…to your heart?”
   • “Your eyes are IKEA. I can get lost in them all day.”
   • “Can I borrow your library card? Because I’m checking you out.”
   • “If you were a dessert, you’d be a temptation I couldn’t resist.”
   • “Are you religious? Because you’re the answer to my prayers.”
   • “Do you like bananas? ‘Cause I find you a-peel-ing!”
   • “I’m lost. Can you give me directions to your heart?”
   • “Did they just take you out of the oven? Because you’re piping hot!”
   • “I may not be a genie, but I can make your wishes come true.”
   • “You look just like my future husband.”

Corny Pick-Up Lines for Guys

1. Share a classic eye-roller to tickle his funny bone. Fully commit to the ridiculousness of an old-school corny pick-up line to hit a flirting home run. These classic cornball lines work best when you’re in a relaxed, casual environment. Be willing to laugh at yourself, and he won’t be able to resist your silly charm when you lay one of these corny lines on him.
   
   • “If I could rearrange the alphabet, I would put U and I together.”
   • “Can I borrow a kiss? I promise I’ll give it back.”
   • “I hope you know CPR. ‘Cause you just took my breath away!”
   • “Is your smile from a power plant? It is electrifying.”
   • “Are you sure you’re not tired? ‘Cause you’ve been running through my mind all day.”
   • “Do you have a map? Because I just got lost in your eyes.”
   • “Did it hurt when you fell out of heaven?”
   • “You must be a broom ‘cause you just swept me off my feet.”
   • “Are your parents thieves? Because they stole the stars and put them into your eyes.”
   • “Would you grab my arm so I can tell my friends I’ve been touched by an angel?
   • “Are you from Tennessee? Because you’re the only ten I see.”
   • “Is it hot in here, or is it just you?”
   • “My doctor says I’m lacking vitamin U.”

Funny Pick-Up Lines to Use on Guys

1. Use your sense of humor to get a laugh and their attention. Everyone likes a person who can make them laugh. Laughing makes people feel good, so delivering a funny line might have them associating those good feelings with you.^[1] Try one of these lines to give them a chuckle:
   
   • “Do you know what my shirt is made of? Girlfriend material!”
   • “If you were a flower, you'd be a daaaaaamn-delion!”
   • “You’re hotter than a tin roof in August.”
   • “Is your name Wi-Fi? Because I’m kind of feeling a connection.”
   • “Do you have a cold? Cause I can't stop looking ACHOO!”
   • “If you were a Transformer, you’d be Optimus Fine.”
   • “Were you a Boy Scout? Because you sure have tied my heart in knots.”
   • “Do you fish? You have me hooked.”
   • “Have you been to the doctor? You look like you’re lacking vitamin me.”
   • “Do you work at Starbucks? Because I like you a latte.”
   • “If you were a fruit, you’d be a ‘fine-apple.’”
   • “Do you have a sunburn, or do you always look this hot?”
   • “Is your name Dunkin? Because I donut want to spend another day without you.”

Clever Pick-Up Lines for Guys

1. Sweep him off his feet with a clever line that makes him smile. Put some extra thought into your approach when trying to impress a smart guy. Try working in references to his job, hobbies, or something you noticed about him to make your line more memorable. Then, deliver your line with a knowing smile to let him know you appreciate a guy with smarts. Here are a few clever pick-up lines to use for inspiration.
   
   • “Did you invent the airplane? Because you’re clearly Mr. Wright.”
   • “My friends bet I can’t talk to the most handsome man in the bar! Want to have drinks on their dime?”
   • “Are you the French Revolution? Because I just lost my head over you!”
   • “You must be a talented thief because you managed to steal my heart from all the way over here.”
   • “If I were to ask you out, would your answer be the same as the answer to this question?”
   • “I’ve got all these forks and knives. All I need is a big spoon.”
   • “Are you my wisdom teeth? Because I have a feeling that I should take you out as soon as possible.”
   • “I’m really terrible at flirting. Try picking me up instead.”
   • “You could spam me all night, and I still wouldn’t unsubscribe.”
   • “Let me tie your shoes, ‘cause I don’t want you falling for anyone else.”
   • “Do you believe in love at first sight, or do I have to walk by again?”
   • “On a scale of 1 to 10, you’re a nine…because I’m the one you need.”
   • “If you were words on a page, you’d be fine print.”

Witty Pick-up Lines for Him

1. Woo the man of your dreams with a witty pick-up line. Look for an opportunity to riff off something he’s wearing, doing, or saying to grab his interest with a little playful banter. Timing is extra important with witty pick-up lines, so make sure you’re paying close attention to the conversation. Practice with these lines so your line feels natural and spontaneous.
   
   • “I should complain to Spotify for not making you this week’s hottest single.”
   • “I know you! You’re the guy who's going to buy me a drink tonight!”
   • “Do you like Star Wars? Because Yoda one for me.”
   • “If you were a chicken, you’d be ‘im-peck-able.’”
   • “They say dating is a numbers game, so can I get yours?”
   • “I’m learning about important dates in history. Wanna be one of them?”
   • “Titanic. That’s my icebreaker. How are you?”
   • “Anyone who says Disney is the happiest place on earth has never stood next to you.”
   • “Are you French? Because Eiffel for you.”
   • “Let’s flip a coin! Heads, I’m yours. Tails, you’re mine!
   • “When I text you good morning tomorrow, what number should I text?”
   • “They say dating is a numbers game, so can I get yours?”
   • “You look so familiar…did we have class together? I could’ve sworn we had chemistry.”

Smooth Pick-Up Lines for Him

1. Let him see your rizz with a pick-up line that’s smooth like butter! Smooth operators know that lines are best delivered with confidence and natural charm. Start by looking him in the eye, then flash a smile before delivering one of these smooth pick-up lines.
   
   • “Do you have a name, or can I just call you ‘mine’?”
   • “You’re so handsome; you made me forget my pick-up line!”
   • “Are you a time traveler? Because I see you in my future.”
   • “You are my GPS, darling! Without you, I’m lost.”
   • “I lost my phone number. Can I have yours?”
   • “Guess what I’m wearing right now. The smile you gave me!”
   • “Your hand looks heavy. Can I hold it for you?”
   • “Hi! Do you have a few minutes for me to hit on you?”
   • “Excuse me, but I think I dropped something. My jaw.”
   • “I’m worried about global warming…because you’re making it hot in here.”
   • “How does it feel to be the most charming man in the room?”
   • “Somebody call the cops! It’s got to be illegal to look that good.”
   • “I can’t tell if that was an earthquake or if you just seriously rocked my world.”

Flirty Pick-Up Lines for Him

1. Pull out a fun and flirty line that makes your interest clear. Make flirty pick-up lines work by matching them up with classic flirting techniques like smiling and making eye contact.^[2] Be ready with a follow-up question to transition from the line to a real conversation. When you’re ready, try out one of these playful openers at a party or club where people expect this kind of light-hearted flirting.
   
   • “You better call 9-1-1 because when I’m done with you, we’ll be on fire!”
   • “If I bit my lip, would you kiss it better?”
   • “You spend so much time in my dreams I should charge rent!”
   • “Can I have your picture so I can show Santa what I want for Christmas?”
   • “If I followed you home, would you keep me?”
   • “Remember me? Oh, that’s right, I’ve only met you in my dreams.”
   • “I didn’t know what I wanted in a man…until now.”
   • “I’ve heard milk does a body good, but damn, boy, how much did you drink?”
   • “Is your dad a baker? Because you have some hot buns.”
   • “I’ve heard kissing burns about five calories a minute. How about a workout?”
   • “I’m feeling a little off today. Would you like to turn me on?”
   • “See my friend over there? She wants to know if you think I’m cute.”
   • “I’ve been wondering, do your lips taste as good as they look?”

Sexy Pick-Up Lines for Guys

1. Try a sexy pick-up line to turn up the heat. Take things up a notch and show clear interest with pick-up lines that are more obviously sexy. Wait until you’ve had a chance to talk for a little while before bringing out the big guns. Watch for clues that he’s into you, like leaning in when you talk and casually touching you when he laughs.^[3] When you start feeling the vibe get more intense, try one of these lines:
   
   • “If being sexy was a crime, you’d be arrested by now.”
   • “I lost my teddy bear. Can I sleep with you?”
   • “Are you cake? Because I want a piece of that.”
   • “Let’s go behind that rock and get a little boulder.”
   • “What do you say, we bounce like a bad email?”
   • “Apart from being sexy, what do you do for a living?”
   • “Do you mind if we share this cab to my house?”
   • “That’s a great pair of jeans. They’d look even better on my bedroom floor!”
   • “I’m not feeling myself today. Can I feel you?”
   • “What do you like for breakfast?”
   • “My bed’s broken, so can I sleep in yours?”
   • “Nice pants. Can I test the zipper?”
   • “We have to do our part to fight climate change. Let’s shower together to save water.”

Dirty Pick-Up Lines to Use on Guys

1. Tell him you’re interested in getting physical with a dirty line. They say that fortune favors the bold. However, it might be best to save bolder lines for when you know him a little better…and know he’s physically attracted to you. These might be him putting his hand on the small or your back, or you catch him checking out your curves.^[4] If he’s giving you a green light, try one of these:
   
   • “Just an FYI: I’m psychic, and we’re hooking up tonight.”
   • “Your body is a wonderland. What’s the price of admission?”
   • “Do you have insurance? Because we’re smashing tonight.”
   • “If I said you had a beautiful body, would you hold it against me?”
   • “Your clothes are making me feel incredibly uncomfortable. Mind if we take them off?”
   • “Am I supposed to sign for your package?”
   • “What’s your name again? I just want to know what I’ll be screaming tonight.”
   • “Violets are blue. Roses are red. I suck at poetry. Now, let’s go to bed.”
   • “I’m not very disciplined. I think I need to be spanked more often.”
   • “Are you for sale? Because I can’t wait to close the deal with you.”
   • “You’re not a fan of casual sex? No problem, let me put on my tux, and we’ll make it more formal.”
   • “You look chilly. Would you like to use me as a blanket?”
   • “Are you Alexa? Because I want to request a few things from you later tonight!”

Using Pick-Up Lines Effectively

1. Be confident and work your body language to use a pick-up line. A great line can help give you confidence because you don’t have to worry about what you’re going to say, Keegan explains.^[5] Confidence can sell even the cheesiest pick-up line. Hold your head high and keep your shoulders back, which makes you feel more confident even when you’re texting.^[6] In person, make plenty of eye contact and smile to give your line a little extra charm.
   
   • Try giving your crush a quick eyebrow flash – or quickly raising and lowering your eyebrows – to tell them you like what you see.^[7]
   • Subtly mirror their body language to help them feel more connected to you.^[8] For example, when they take a drink or shift their weight, do the same thing.
2. Wait for the perfect moment to deliver your line. Timing is everything when it comes to using pick-up lines. Follow the flow of the conversation and wait for a lull before dropping your line. The best way to use a line is to break the ice and start a conversation with someone new. But if they’re already talking, pay attention to what they’re saying and wait for a break in conversation. Interrupting them is rude and shows you don’t care what they have to say.^[9]
   
   • Demonstrate you’re a good listener by giving them your full attention. Listening intently also shows you’re interested in who they are as a person and not just their looks.
   • Open with a complimentary pick-up line to start flirting with someone. Saying something nice makes your line that much more effective.
3. Make your lines personal to get a better response. Keegan recommends making comments that relate to the person or situation. Try to connect your line to what they’re doing, how they're acting, or the way they look, so it's not really about them.^[10]
   
   • Making your pick-up line more targeted to the person makes it feel more personal and less like a generic line you could use on just anyone.
4. Use their name and ask open-ended questions to keep their attention. Using a person’s name causes their brain to perk up and pay attention no matter what they're thinking about.^[11] It also helps show you’re interested in them personally. Once you have their attention, ask them thoughtful, open-ended questions like, “What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever gotten?” or “If you could go to any concert, what would it be?”
   
   • Make sure you don’t use a person’s name with every sentence, or it might get awkward.
   • Once you get them talking about something, ask follow-up questions to keep the conversation interesting.
5. Relax and be yourself to let your natural charisma shine. “Flirting needs to be fun,” Gopman says. “You smile, and you laugh, and you really get that person you're with to have fun because the last thing someone wants at the end of the day after working hard to go on a date [is] to feel like, there's no laughter [or] fun.”^[12]
   
   • Trying to remember pick-up lines and how to deliver them isn’t always easy when you’re talking to your crush.
   • Just remember, if all else fails, be yourself! You probably have more rizz that you realize.

References

1. ↑ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_laughter_brings_us_together
2. ↑ https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2018-20764-001
3. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/let-their-words-do-the-talking/201607/5-nonverbal-clues-someone-is-interested-in-you
4. ↑ https://www.today.com/health/18-body-language-clues-say-he-s-interested-definitely-t72476
5. ↑ [v161147_b01]. 3 October 2023.
6. ↑ https://www.apa.org/pubs/highlights/spotlight/issue-239
7. ↑ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/eye-body-language/
8. ↑ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10402679/
9. ↑ https://psychcentral.com/lib/become-a-better-listener-active-listening
10. ↑ [v161147_b01]. 3 October 2023.
11. ↑ https://academic.oup.com/cercor/article/26/10/3889/2389066?login=false
12. ↑ [v161196_b01].17 May 2019.

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How to Greek Mythology Quiz

Everyone loves Greek mythology, but how much do you really know about it?

Try your hand at our ultimate Greek Mythology quiz, but be warned: the questions get harder as they go!

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1. Who is the Greek goddess of the hunt, the moon, the wilderness, and archery?

1. Athena
2. Artemis
3. Hera
4. Nyx

2. What was Achilles' one weakness?

1. His feelings
2. His neck
3. His ankle
4. His heel

3. Which of these gods is NOT one of Zeus' siblings?

1. Hades
2. Poseidon
3. Hera
4. Adonis

4. Who is the goddess of beauty?

1. Demeter
2. Nyx
3. Tyche
4. Aphrodite

5. Which mountain is the home of the gods?

1. Hades
2. Mons
3. Parthenon
4. Olympus

6. Who is the Greek god of wine?

1. Dionysus
2. Atlas
3. Ares
4. Aphrodite

7. The 3 sisters Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos are also known as what?

1. The Fates
2. The Furies
3. The Muses
4. The Sisters

8. What do you call a creature that's half human and half horse?

1. Centaur
2. Pegasus
3. Unicorn
4. Faun

9. What is another name for the god Eros?

1. Romance
2. Cupid
3. Hermes
4. Hades

10. Who is the Greek goddess of victory?

1. Demeter
2. Nike
3. Hera
4. Persephone

11. Who released evil into the world out of curiosity?

1. Pandora
2. Pan
3. Pyrrha
4. Hera

12. Which fruit did Persephone eat that bound her to the underworld?

1. Apricot
2. Fig
3. Apple
4. Pomegranate

13. Who was Zeus' mother?

1. Ida
2. Rhea
3. Cronus
4. Hebe

14. What color was the fleece found by Jason and the Argonauts?

1. Golden
2. Silver
3. Platinum
4. Copper

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1. Power
2. Night
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• Selene is the Greek goddess of the moon.
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• In the Iliad, the Aegis is a device carried by Zeus and Athena, and is said to be a brilliant shield, though we’re not actually sure what it is. It may also be some sort of pelt.
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• Tyche is the goddess of fortune and chance, and Nemesis is the goddess of ill fate or bad luck.
• Modern marathons are inspired by Pheidippides, the ancient Greek messenger who ran to Athens to warn of an attack before he collapsed and died.
• Sappho was an ancient Greek poet said to reside on the Isle of Lesbos.
• While Zeus is sometimes said to be the most powerful god, his parents are Cronos and Rhea, whom he overthrew to take the throne of Olympus.
• Nike is the daughter of Styx and the goddess of victory.
• It’s said that Athena, goddess of warfare and wisdom, was born from Zeus’ forehead.
• The furies are the goddesses of vengeance, and are said to have been born from Uranus’ genitals after they were severed and thrown into the sea.
• Prometheus is said to have defied the gods by stealing fire and giving it to mankind.
• According to Greek mythology, Pandora was the first mortal woman.
• The ancient labyrinth was constructed to hold the Minotaur, which was eventually slain by Theseus.
• According to myth, Aphrodite was so jealous of Psyche’s beauty that she sent her son Eros to make Psyche fall in love with the ugliest person in existence.

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How to Body Tea Meaning

Learn how to pay someone a compliment using this phrase

If you’ve been on social media recently, you’ve probably seen the phrase “body tea” floating around out there. Maybe you’ve even picked up that it’s a compliment, but you don’t know exactly what it means. Don’t worry! We’re here to help. “Body tea” is another way of saying someone has a fit or attractive body. Whether you want to use it to rizz someone up or gas up a friend, this article covers the meaning of “body tea,” how to use it, where it came from, and a few other complimentary slang terms.

“Body Tea” Meaning, According to Gen Z

“Body Tea” is Gen Z slang for a hot body. People use it to compliment someone–usually a woman—or hype up a friend. People also say, “her body tea,” “body is tea,” and “you got body tea.”

Steps

What does body tea mean in slang?

1. “Body tea” is a Gen Z slang compliment meaning a good or hot body. People use the phrase “body tea” on social media to describe others who have a hot body.^[1] Variations of the slang term are “her body tea,” “body is tea,” and “you got body tea.” All of these terms essentially mean the same thing.
   
   • Some people have started to use “body tea” to describe images or videos of their body looking good.
   • There are detox beverages that are referred to as body tea by the manufacturer, but they aren’t related to the slang term.

How to Use "Body Tea"

1. Use “body tea” to rizz someone up and charm them with a compliment. Paying compliments is a great way to flirt with someone you’re attracted to. There’s some evidence that a compliment stimulates the same part of the brain as winning a cash prize.^[2] Besides, they just make people feel good, which is one of the keys to showing your rizz. Here are a few examples of how to use “body tea” as a compliment for someone you’re interested in.
   
   • Your body is so tea the British are coming.”
   • “Your body is so tea when you take a bath, the water turns into Lipton."
   • “Day-um! That body so tea I need to take a sip!”
2. Say it to hype up a friend and make them feel good about themselves. Try giving your friend a compliment when they’re feeling down, and you want to make them feel better. Are they all dressed up and looking good but aren’t feeling super confident? Tell them that their “body is tea” to drive home how great they look.
   
   • “Girl, I can’t lie. Your body is tea in that dress.”
   • “Don’t worry about how you look. You got face card and body tea.”
   • “You think you don’t look good in those pants? That body is so tea Americans threw you into Boston Harbor in 1773.”
3. Post about your “body tea” on social media. A popular way to use the slang phrase on social media is to post a thirst trap photo or video. Add a caption or hash tag that references “body tea” to show you look good and want everyone else to know it. Some examples of captions are:
   
   • “My body tea and my face card NEVER declines.”
   • “In my feelings, but I have money, and my body is tea.”
   • “At least my body is tea.”

Where does body tea come from?

1. TikTok User @queenoppss first used the term in July 2023. The post was a clip from one of her livestreams. It featured her praising one of her friends by saying, “She get money. Her body tea. She’s super thicc. She’s super pretty.”^[3]
   
   • The clip caught on with other users and got over 750,000 views in the next 8 months.
   • “Body tea” spread to other social media sites like X, Reddit, and Instagram, often shared with images of users and celebrities describing their bodies as hot.
   • Performing artist Big JAY released song titled “Body Tea” featuring Cartier that was inspired by the slang.
2. By early 2024, the term was so popular it inspired parody posts. In March 2024, X user @MatthewKBegbie posted an image of Mrs. Potts from Disney’s animated film Beauty and the Beast with the caption, “her body is tea.” The post earned over 7,500 likes in 5 days. Throughout 2024, more parody posts began to appear.
   
   • A September 2024 post by TikTokker @kccarde of an overweight man dancing with the caption “when yo body tea😘” got over 128,000 likes in less than 3 months.
   • A November 2024 post by TikTokker @.messymari featured a woman in a creepy doll costume with the caption, “she ate with her 2 scoops of hair at least Her body tea”
3. Some believe the phrase came from the slang term “spill the tea.” “Spill the tea,” meaning to share gossip or other intriguing news has been an extremely popular slang term. It comes from African American Vernacular English (AAVE), most likely from drag culture before spreading to the mainstream on TV shows like RuPaul's Drag Race and social media.^[4]
   
   • The 1994 non-fiction book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil quotes drag queen Lady Chablis as using the term “T” to stand for her truth.^[5]
   • However, the evolution from “spill the tea” to “body tea” isn’t clear, and they may not be related.

Body Tea Meme

1. @queenoppss’s original post has become a lip dub meme. A lip dub was originally a type DIY music video people made with them lip-syncing to a popular song and posting on YouTube. Lip dubs were also made of cartoon characters dubbed with pop songs or other dialog.^[6] When the trend moved to TikTok, users also used clips of audio from other TikTok posts to create a meme, which is what happened with @queenoppss’s post.
   
   • As early as July 2023, TikTok user @ldr1437 shared a video of a kitten with the original voiceover from @queenoppss’s clip.
   • The first viral lip dub video featured an office staff lip-syncing to Harvey Danger’s “Flagpole Sitta.”

Other Slang Compliments

1. Serving{endbold} “Serving” means that you’re performing well, look great, or are demonstrating an impressive talent. It’s usually used as a compliment to praise another person’s overall style or a particular outfit. Use this slang term when you want to celebrate a friend’s appearance or abilities.
   
   • For example, “The way you strutted down that aisle in your prom dress…you were serving.”
   • If you want to comment on a friend’s facial features or fierce makeup, say, “You’re serving face!”
2. Ate and left no crumbs{endbold} This Gen Z slang phrase “ate” means someone did a great job on something. When you say “You ate and left no crumbs”, you take your compliment to the next level. It means they exceeded everyone’s expectations in every way.^[7] Basically, they took up all the talent or skills, so there wasn’t even a crumb left for anyone else.
   
   • For example, “That outfit has me in awe. You really ate and left no crumbs tonight.”
   • “I’ve never seen anyone play Juliet so well. You ate that stage and left no crumbs.”
3. Slay{endbold} This slang term means someone has done well. When you “slayed” something, it means you “killed it” or did a fantastic job. It’s a positive term that expresses confidence and support.^[8] Dial up the intensity of your compliment by saying “slay the house down boots.”
   
   • For example, text, “You slayed during your solo! 🤩” to let a friend know they sounded great during a choir rehearsal.
   • Comment “SLAYYY” on an Instagram post to let your friend know you think their outfit is fabulous.
4. Understood the assignment{endbold} When you say that someone “understood the assignment,” it means they did something like dressing well or delivering a stunning comeback perfectly. This complimentary slang term became popular because of rapper Tay Money’s song “The Assignment.”^[9]
   
   • For example, “When you got dressed up for that show, you really understood the assignment.”
   • “I have never seen your hair look better. Your stylist totally understood the assignment.”

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References

1. ↑ https://youtu.be/Pqrycejop5Q?t=92
2. ↑ https://www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(08)00266-3
3. ↑ https://trending.knowyourmeme.com/editorials/guides/what-is-body-tea-the-meaning-of-the-viral-she-got-money-her-body-tea-meme-explained
4. ↑ https://www.kansan.com/chalkmagazine/on-the-origins-of-thats-the-tea/article_002d73cc-56ec-11e9-bb98-1b8f6da4f2d2.html
5. ↑ https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/the-tea
6. ↑ https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/lip-dub
7. ↑ https://slang.net/meaning/left_no_crumbs
8. ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2022/12/12/gen-z-work-emojis/
9. ↑ https://www.hey.ntu.edu.sg/2023/07/19/the-lowkey-guide-to-gen-z-speak/

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