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L in the chat

idiom
Meaning

A loss, failure, or unfortunate event.


Examples
SIMPLE

I lost the game, so press L in the chat.

CONTEXTUAL

The team played poorly today, so the fans typed L in the chat to show their disappointment.

COMPLEX

When the project failed to meet the deadline, the frustrated manager watched as the online community collectively posted an L in the chat.

Anchors to
Related idioms3entries
  1. 01

    chat up

    To talk to (someone) in a friendly, open, or casual manner, sometimes also in a charming or affected manner, usually to curry favor, and sometimes flirtatiously with the intention of establishing a romantic or sexual encounter or relationship with that person.

  2. 02

    F in the chat

    condolences, regret, or sympathy.

  3. 03

    flat chat

    At maximum capability, intensity, or speed.

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