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OPM

n.
C2 Proficiency opm Humorous

n. Stands for 'Other People's Money'. A funny way to describe money that someone else has earned or owns, often used when you are spending it without having worked for it yourself.

n. Abbreviation for 'Other People's Money'. A humorous or ironic term used to refer to funds that belong to someone else, typically used in the context of spending or investing without personal contribution.


SIMPLE

I spent my entire weekend shopping with OPM.

CONTEXTUAL

The politician was accused of living a life of luxury funded entirely by OPM while his constituents struggled with rising costs.

COMPLEX

The phrase OPM is often used in political satire to highlight the perceived disconnect between a leader's personal lifestyle and the financial realities of the people they represent.

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