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Global slang
A woman presented as empowered in business or life; often used ironically now
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
Global
Formality
Semi-informal; still use judgment.
girlboss means A woman presented as empowered in business or life; often used ironically now. It is best read as global slang associated with Global.
"girlboss" means A woman presented as empowered in business or life; often used ironically now. In Global, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Starting the week with reduced effort as a burnout coping strategy
To work hard.
To work hard or labor intensely.
Glorifying nonstop work and productivity; grind at all costs mindset
See grind. Also, to deceive or manipulate someone to gain an advantage
A low-stress job with decent pay that avoids burnout; often remote or simple
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