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want someone's nachos

idiom
Meaning

To covet another; to envy one's accomplishments or qualities.


Origin

first recorded 21st c.

In reference to a viral TikTok in 2023 featuring a segment from the reality television show Baddies West in which Natalie Nunn slyly and eagerly glances at her fellow cast member Stunna Girl's plate of nachos. Compare the later development of reheat nachos.

Examples
SIMPLE

I really want his nachos because he has a better job.

CONTEXTUAL

She worked hard for that promotion, but I cannot help but want her nachos.

COMPLEX

While I admire my colleague's success, I must admit that I sometimes want her nachos when I see her receiving such high praise.

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  2. 02

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  3. 03

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  4. 04

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  5. 05

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  6. 06

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  8. 08

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    To be anticipated to be won by someone.

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