speed money n.— «Another term widely used at border crossings is “expediting fee.” For a euphemism it is surprisingly accurate: paying it will keep your bags, and perhaps your contraband, from being dumped onto a floor and sifted...
sugar sheriff n.— «I don’t want government to be the “grease police” or “sugar sheriff” and tell people what to eat or not eat.» —“Campaigning for a Healthier America” by Healthbeat: Mike...
grease police n.— «I don’t want government to be the “grease police” or “sugar sheriff” and tell people what to eat or not eat.» —“Campaigning for a Healthier America” by Healthbeat: Mike...
Cajun microwave n.— «He showed them how he makes cochon de lait in a “Cajun Microwave,” “Hot coals are heaped on top of a special outdoor cooker.…The grease runs out the back and into a pan.”» —“No...
stacking n.— «In an effort to save time and money, the company developed an illegal shortcut to force grease into the sewer system, according to U.S. Attorney Karin Immergut. The practice, known as “stacking” or...
doinking n.— «In an effort to save time and money, the company developed an illegal shortcut to force grease into the sewer system, according to U.S. Attorney Karin Immergut. The practice, known as “stacking” or...