blaze n.— «Although many people do smoke pot to just feel good, the responsible use of marijuana can actually improve your idea formulating capabilities. In fact, Most of my friends who were also in the class and I would get together...
fragged adj.— «Without both preparation and experience, tactical lessons and execution fall short of ideal. The mission may come off “as fragged,” but the learning curve remains stagnant.» —“Situational Awareness [Lucky...
death cross n.— «You probably won’t take any comfort in learning that a technical indicator for the Dow Jones industrial average is pointing to a so-called “death cross.” The nasty-sounding indicator pops up when an index’s 50...
cebradita n.— «Juan Calzada, Nidian’s brother, changes the cassette tape player from Mexican cebraditas and cumbias to OutKast so he can break-dance to the rap music for the captive audience.» —“Cultural learning curve” by...
charro n.— «Cliques are split by taste in music or country of origin, including roqueros (Spanish rock fans) and charros (who listen to traditional country Mexican tunes).» —“Cultural learning curve” by Elizabeth...
cheddar n.— «Chicanos and immigrants use derisive terms for each other, including pocho (a term immigrants use for U.S.-born Latinos who don’t speak Spanish) and “cheddar” (for new arrivals who sprinkle cheese on their food or...