100-mile-an-hour tape n.— «To compensate for the darkness we attached chemical glow sticks to the stakes contained in the pit. We used duck tape, also known as “100 Mile an Hour Tape,” to secure the glow sticks. I guess you...
green cardboard n.— «Kris Van Haitsma’s selection on the co-op site will change depending on what’s ready. But you won’t ever find iceberg lettuce—or green cardboard as Steve Van Haitsma’s grandpa referred to it.» —“Take a trip to...
Viennese table n.— «Dessert buffet: The cake’s still there, but more couples are opting for what’s known as the Viennese table.» —“Hot wedding trends for 2007″ Detroit Free Press (Michigan) Jan. 11, 2007...
reshop v.— «Quite disgusted I turned my attention back to loading my cart with product that was to be returned to the shelves (or reshop).» —“The Troll Baby” by Tiffin LaGoat bites (Grand Rapids...
re-shop v.— «Back at Target, manager Bonnie Meeker said she picks up two shopping-cart loads of items every time she walks past the checkout lanes, the consequence of what Meeker calls “re-shop.” “Re-shopping is our...
Michiana n.— «Salvation Army officials are urging Michiana residents to donate to bell ringers at the red kettles because of an increased demand for help. Donations are trickling in at a much slower pace than usual, according to Major...