Slang Expressions

noun a round object used in various sports and games

verb to move or progress quickly and energetically

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun

• The workers were moving at a rapid pace, balling the jack to meet their deadline.
• We need to ball the jack if we want to finish this project on time.
• Let's ball the jack and get this party started!
• She was balling the jack through her to-do list, checking off tasks left and right.

noun a formal social gathering for dancing

• The tennis player hit the balls with precision and accuracy.
• I can't believe how many balls you have in your backyard!
• He's got some serious balls to talk to her like that.
• She juggled many balls at once, managing multiple projects effortlessly.

verb To leave or depart, especially quickly or abruptly.

• I must be off to my meeting now, but I will see you later.
• I should be off soon, so let's wrap up this conversation.
• I'm gonna be off to the party in a bit, wanna come along?
• His mind seemed to be off in another world during the entire meeting.

noun a seed or seed pod of various leguminous plants, as the bean plant

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• The farmer planted rows of bean seeds in the field.
• I love snacking on roasted beans while watching TV.
• Let's spill the beans and tell everyone about the surprise party.
• She's the bean counter in the office, always keeping track of expenses.

noun a sudden burst of air or wind

verb to dismiss or ignore someone or something

• It is unprofessional to blow off a meeting without giving prior notice.
• I can't believe you're going to blow off the party tonight!
• Don't blow off your responsibilities, man.
• Her harsh words felt like a blow off to his ego.

noun a dollar

• The hunter was able to track down a majestic buck in the forest.
• I saw a huge buck while hiking in the woods.
• That buck is a real stud, he's got all the ladies swooning.
• She's always trying to pass the buck when it comes to taking responsibility.

noun a slang term for a mental hospital or psychiatric institution

• The bughouse was infested with insects, prompting the need for professional exterminators.
• We need to clean up the bughouse before mom gets home.
• Let's grab some snacks and hang out at the bughouse tonight.
• His mind felt like a bughouse, filled with chaotic thoughts buzzing around.

noun A sudden or forceful entry into a place

verb To enter suddenly or forcefully, often without permission

• The police had to bust in the door to apprehend the suspect.
• I saw the delivery guy bust in with my pizza just in time for the party.
• I can't believe you just busted in on our conversation like that!
• The news of the scandal was like a bombshell that busted in on their peaceful lives.

verb to leave or go away, especially in a rude or abrupt manner

• I kindly ask you to buzz off and give me some space to work.
• Hey, buzz off! I'm trying to have a private conversation here.
• Tell that guy to buzz off, he's really getting on my nerves.
• Negative thoughts, buzz off! I am focusing on positivity.

noun the lower part of a person's face, below the mouth

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• She rested her chin on her hand as she listened intently to the speaker.
• He always has a bit of stubble on his chin because he forgets to shave.
• I accidentally bumped my chin on the table and now it's sore.
• The company's profits took a hit, causing their financial chin to take a downward turn.

noun a piece of meat cut from the ribs of an animal, especially a pig

verb to cut something into pieces with a sharp tool such as a knife

• The chef used a sharp knife to chop the vegetables for the salad.
• I'll chop some wood for the bonfire later.
• Let's chop it up and see what's inside.
• She had to mentally chop away at the negative thoughts in her mind.

noun a type of shellfish with two hinged shells

verb to gather or dig for clams

• The scientist studied the anatomy of the clam to understand its biological functions.
• I love going to the beach and digging for clams to cook for dinner.
• Let's hit up that clam shack for some fresh seafood.
• She remained as closed as a clam about her personal life.

noun a flaw or defect causing a break in something

verb to open slightly

• The geologist analyzed the crack in the rock formation.
• I heard a loud crack coming from the kitchen.
• He's got a crack at fixing the car himself.
• She finally managed to crack the code after hours of trying.

noun a nautical term referring to the depth of six fathoms, or approximately 36 feet

verb to dispose of or get rid of something, often by throwing it overboard

• The captain ordered the crew to deep six the damaged cargo to prevent it from sinking the ship.
• We need to deep six this old couch and get a new one for the living room.
• Let's deep six this plan and come up with something better.
• She decided to deep six her past mistakes and start fresh in a new city.

noun a small, sharp implement used for cutting or piercing

verb to break up, turn over, or remove earth, sand, etc., with a tool or machine

• Archaeologists carefully dig through layers of soil to uncover ancient artifacts.
• I really dig the new song by that band.
• I heard she's digging that new guy she met at the party.
• She had to dig deep to find the courage to speak up in front of the large crowd.

noun A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this phrase, 'drop' can also be considered a noun, referring to a small quantity of a liquid that falls in a spherical or pear-shaped mass.

verb A verb is a word that expresses an action or a state of being. In this case, 'drop' is a verb that indicates the action of letting something fall.

pronoun A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun. 'It' is a pronoun that refers to a previously mentioned object or idea.

• Please drop it off at the reception desk when you leave.
• Just drop it on the table over there, I'll take care of it later.
• Hey, drop it, I don't want to hear about it anymore.
• Sometimes you just have to drop it and move on with your life.

verb to consume food or drink

adverb completely or entirely

• It is important to eat up all of your vegetables to ensure you are getting enough nutrients.
• Come on, eat up before your food gets cold!
• I'm so hungry, I could eat up a horse right now.
• The new information was so interesting, I couldn't help but eat it up.

noun a trivial or nonsensical thing or activity

• The discussion was filled with unnecessary fiddle faddle that detracted from the main points.
• Stop with the fiddle faddle and get to the point already!
• I can't stand all the fiddle faddle going on in this meeting.
• Her excuses were just a bunch of fiddle faddle to cover up the truth.

verb to escape or leave a place suddenly or secretly

• The bird decided to fly the coop and explore the world beyond its cage.
• I heard that Mark is planning to fly the coop and move to a new city.
• I can't believe Sarah just flew the coop without telling anyone!
• After years of working at the same company, John finally decided to fly the coop and start his own business.

noun an insect with two wings that can fly

verb to move through the air using wings or some other means

• The pilot will fly the plane to its destination.
• I love to fly in airplanes and see the world from above.
• Let's fly out of here before anyone notices.
• Her imagination is free to fly wherever it pleases.

noun a slang term for a leg, especially a well-defined or muscular one

• The gam of chess requires strategic thinking and foresight.
• Let's have a gam of chess to pass the time.
• I'm down for a quick gam of chess, are you in?
• Life is like a gam of chess, you have to think several moves ahead to succeed.

interjection used to express surprise, excitement, or enthusiasm

• Gee, I must say that your presentation was quite impressive.
• Gee, that movie was really good!
• Gee, that party was lit!
• Gee, the news of her promotion really lifted my spirits.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'grand' is used to describe something that is impressive or magnificent.

• The grand ballroom was elegantly decorated for the charity gala.
• My grandparents are hosting a grand family reunion next weekend.
• That concert was so grand, dude!
• The grand scheme of the project became clear after weeks of planning.

adjective not properly prepared or thought out; impulsive or rash

adverb in a hasty or impulsive manner

• The soldier was reprimanded for going into battle with his weapon half cocked.
• Don't go into that meeting half cocked, make sure you're fully prepared.
• He always shows up to parties half cocked, never fully sober.
• She went into the job interview half cocked, not fully understanding the position's requirements.

verb to become excited or enthusiastic about something

adverb in a manner that shows excitement or enthusiasm

• The architect designed a house with a hipped on roof for better stability.
• I saw a cool car with a hipped on spoiler the other day.
• That skateboarder is always hipped on doing tricks at the skate park.
• She was hipped on the idea of traveling the world and experiencing new cultures.

verb to cough up or expel something from the throat or lungs

• The researcher was able to hoke up the data for the presentation.
• I can hoke up some snacks for the party tonight.
• Let's hoke up a plan to sneak out of the house.
• She tried to hoke up an excuse for being late, but no one believed her.

noun a slang term for someone who is sexually aroused

adjective feeling or showing strong sexual desire

• The scientific term for feeling sexually aroused is being 'horny'.
• I can't stop thinking about him, I'm so damn horny.
• She's always on the prowl when she's feeling horny.
• The spicy food made my taste buds feel horny for more.

noun a mechanical device used to lift something up

verb to raise or increase something, especially prices or rates

• The contractor decided to jack up the price of the project due to unexpected expenses.
• The mechanic always tries to jack up the cost of repairs.
• I heard they're trying to jack up the rent for next year.
• His behavior really started to jack up my stress levels.

noun a sharp rap or blow, typically one made by knocking on a door

verb to strike a surface noisily to attract attention or gain entry

• The police officer gave a firm knock on the door before announcing himself.
• I'll just give a quick knock on their door to see if they're home.
• I heard a loud knock at the door and knew it was my friend messing around.
• His words seemed to knock her confidence, but she tried to stay strong.

noun a state of confusion or disorder

verb to waste time or engage in aimless activity

adverb in a careless or irresponsible manner

• It is important to focus on your work and not mess around during office hours.
• Let's not mess around and get this project done on time.
• Stop messing around and start studying for your exams.
• Life is too short to mess around with things that don't matter.

noun a small lump or protuberance

• The nub of the issue lies in the lack of communication between departments.
• She always gets straight to the nub of the problem without beating around the bush.
• I can't believe he spilled the nub about the surprise party!
• The nub of the story is that love conquers all obstacles.

noun a hard-shelled dry fruit or seed with a separable rind or shell and interior kernel

adjective informal term for testicles

• The recipe calls for a cup of chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
• I can't believe how expensive these nuts are at the store!
• That movie was totally nuts, I couldn't believe the plot twists!
• She's driving me nuts with all her constant nagging.

noun a piece of old cloth or clothing

verb to dress in old or worn-out clothes in a showy or ostentatious manner

• She decided to rag out her old clothes and donate them to charity.
• Let's rag out these old magazines and make room for new ones.
• I'm going to rag out this playlist and add some new songs.
• After a long day at work, all I want to do is rag out on the couch and relax.

noun a naturally occurring solid substance composed of one or more minerals

verb to move gently back and forth or from side to side

adjective having a solid and firm structure

adverb no applicable adverb for 'rock'

pronoun no applicable pronoun for 'rock'

preposition no applicable preposition for 'rock'

conjunction no applicable conjunction for 'rock'

interjection no applicable interjection for 'rock'

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• The geologist studied the composition of the rock formations in the area.
• We found a cool rock at the beach and decided to keep it as a souvenir.
• That concert last night totally rocked!
• She's the rock of our family, always there to support us in tough times.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence, in this case the action of rocking back and forth

• The orchestra was rocking out during the concert last night.
• The band was totally rocking on stage at the music festival.
• I love when the DJ starts rocking the party with some sick beats.
• Her confidence was rocking the presentation and everyone was impressed.

verb an action word that indicates a physical or mental action, or a state of being

• The earthquake shook the entire city, causing widespread damage.
• I was so nervous before my presentation that my hands shook the entire time.
• When I heard the news, I was shook to my core.
• The unexpected turn of events shook my belief in humanity.

noun a forceful push or movement away

verb to push off or away forcefully

adverb in a forceful or abrupt manner

• Please politely shove off as I have important matters to attend to.
• Hey, why don't you just shove off and leave me alone?
• Tell that guy to shove off, he's bothering me.
• Sometimes we need to mentally tell our negative thoughts to shove off.

noun a person or thing that is genuine or authentic

• The jeweler assured me that the diamond was simon pure and of the highest quality.
• I heard that the new restaurant in town serves simon pure burgers.
• I can't believe he's actually simon pure about his feelings for her.
• Her dedication to her work is simon pure, always giving her best effort.

verb to remove the skin from (an animal or fruit)

adjective having skin of a specified kind or number

• The skinned knee required medical attention.
• He skinned his elbow when he fell off his bike.
• I can't believe she skinned her phone screen already.
• The artist skinned the canvas with bold strokes of color.

noun a difficult or challenging situation or problem

verb to walk heavily or clumsily

• The arborist examined the tree stumps to determine the age of the forest.
• We sat on the tree stumps by the campfire and roasted marshmallows.
• I tripped over those dang tree stumps in the yard again.
• The unexpected news left him feeling like he had been kicked in the stumps.

noun a gradual increase in size or volume

verb to increase in size or volume, especially as a result of pressure or accumulation

adjective excellent or very good

adverb in a very good or excellent manner

• The doctor noted that the patient's swollen ankle was beginning to swell even more.
• I can feel my cheeks starting to swell up from all the food I've been eating.
• I heard that party was so lit, it made my heart swell with joy.
• As the music swelled, the emotions of the audience reached a peak.

verb To leave quickly or suddenly, especially to avoid a difficult or unpleasant situation.

• It is not appropriate to just take a powder in the middle of a meeting.
• I think I'm going to take a powder and head out early.
• She decided to take a powder and avoid the confrontation.
• After the argument, he needed to take a powder to calm down.

noun a physical altercation or fight

verb to forcefully or aggressively throw something to the ground

• The diplomat decided to throw down his ultimatum during the negotiation.
• I dare you to throw down in a dance battle with me.
• Let's throw down some cash and buy those concert tickets.
• She was ready to throw down her defenses and open up to him.

noun the act of vomiting

verb to eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

• After ingesting the spoiled food, she felt nauseous and eventually had to throw up.
• I ate too much at the buffet and now I feel like I might throw up.
• I had way too many shots last night and ended up throwing up in the bathroom.
• The overwhelming stress of the situation made her feel like she was going to throw up.

noun a quick movement from side to side or up and down

verb to move rapidly from side to side or up and down, typically in a playful or teasing manner

• The dog's tail began to wag when its owner returned home.
• I can always tell when my dog is happy because his tail starts to wag.
• That new puppy is so cute, I just want to give it a good belly rub and watch it wag its tail.
• The politician tried to wag the dog by diverting attention away from the real issues.

noun a sharp or heavy blow with a hand, weapon, or other object

verb to strike or hit forcefully

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• The suspect was arrested for assault with a whack to the head.
• I can't believe he whacked me with a water balloon!
• She whacked him upside the head for making a rude comment.
• The unexpected news really whacked her emotions.

noun a brief passing odor

verb to carry or convey by or as if by a whiff

• As she entered the room, a faint whiff of perfume greeted her.
• I caught a whiff of something delicious coming from the kitchen.
• There was a funky whiff in the air that made me wrinkle my nose.
• The whiff of success was in the air as they closed the deal.

noun A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'wreck' is a noun that refers to a violent or severe accident involving damage or destruction.

• The shipwreck was discovered by a team of marine archaeologists.
• I heard there was a car wreck on the highway this morning.
• That party was a total wreck, everyone was out of control.
• Her emotional state was like a wreck after the breakup.

noun a slang term meaning 'nothing' or 'zero'; used to indicate the absence of something

• After conducting thorough research, the scientists found zilch evidence to support the hypothesis.
• I searched everywhere for my keys, but came up with zilch.
• I've been applying to jobs all week, but I've gotten zilch in response.
• Despite his efforts, he felt like he was getting zilch in return for his hard work.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to limit or define a noun

• After completing his rehabilitation program, the athlete was as fit as a butcher’s dog.
• I've been hitting the gym every day, I feel as fit as a butcher’s dog!
• Dude, I've been training like crazy, I'm as fit as a butcher’s dog now!
• Despite his age, he was as fit as a butcher’s dog and could outperform many younger athletes.

noun a type of food made from liver that has been finely chopped

adjective describing the type of liver that has been chopped

• The chef prepared a dish of chopped liver as an appetizer for the guests.
• I don't mind being treated like chopped liver at the party, as long as I get to enjoy the food.
• Why do you always act like I'm chopped liver whenever we hang out with your friends?
• In the world of high fashion, if you're not a top model, you might as well be chopped liver.

noun a word used to name a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun

• I politely asked the waiter to give me some sugar for my coffee.
• Hey, could you give me some sugar for my tea?
• Yo, hook me up with some sugar for my drink.
• She always knows how to give someone some sugar when they're feeling down.

noun a long, hollow, or pithy, jointed woody stem, as that of bamboo, rattan, sugar cane, and certain palms

verb to hit or beat with a cane

pronoun it - used to represent a thing previously mentioned or easily identified

• Please refrain from using inappropriate language in this formal setting.
• Let's not go overboard with the jokes, okay?
• Hey, don't cane it too hard at the party tonight.
• He really needs to learn to pace himself and not cane it with his spending habits.

noun a shortened form of the word 'avocado', a fruit with a dark green skin, a large seed, and creamy flesh

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• The avocado, also known as avo, is a fruit that is highly nutritious and versatile.
• I love making guacamole with avo, it's so delicious!
• Let's grab some avo toast for brunch, it's so trendy right now.
• His success in the stock market was like finding a ripe avo - unexpected but satisfying.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• It is important for all team members to be cool with the new project timeline.
• Hey, are you cool with going to the concert next weekend?
• I'm totally cool with skipping class and hanging out instead.
• She needs to learn to be cool with unexpected changes in plans.

noun a word that functions as the name of a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to specify a noun as definite or indefinite

• The antique vase turned out to not be worth a dime at the auction.
• I thought the new restaurant would be good, but the food was not worth a dime.
• That movie was so boring, it was not worth a dime.
• His promises to change his ways proved to not be worth a dime in the end.

noun a suitable or appropriate action or behavior

adjective appropriate or proper in a particular situation

• The tailor made sure the suit was fittin perfectly for the client.
• I think those shoes are fittin you really well.
• I'm fittin to head out to the party later tonight.
• Her explanation was fittin like a missing piece of the puzzle.

noun a brief closing and opening of one eye, typically as a signal or hint

verb to close and open one eye quickly as a signal or hint

• It is important to always seek the good oil when making decisions.
• Make sure you're getting the good oil before moving forward.
• I'll give you the good oil on what's really going on.
• She always knows how to get the good oil out of people.

noun a slang term for the male genitalia

• The researcher presented a paper on the significance of the wang in traditional Chinese architecture.
• I accidentally spilled coffee on my new wang shirt.
• She's always bragging about her designer wangs.
• His determination was like a strong wang, unyielding in the face of adversity.

noun a statement or assertion that is true or accurate

verb to speak truthfully or accurately

• It is a true say that the company's profits have been steadily increasing over the past few quarters.
• True say, I think we should go grab some lunch together.
• True say, that movie was lit!
• In the world of politics, it's often hard to determine what is a true say and what is simply a manipulation of the truth.

noun a chaotic or poorly managed situation or event

• The event turned into a goat rodeo when the animals escaped from their pens.
• Trying to organize this project feels like a goat rodeo.
• This whole situation is a total goat rodeo.
• The political debate turned into a goat rodeo with all the candidates talking over each other.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or other adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun in a sentence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence

interjection a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise

• I must admit that I have reservations about the proposal, I'm not gonna lie.
• Honestly, I'm not gonna lie, I'm not really feeling this party.
• I gotta be real with you, I'm not gonna lie, that movie was trash.
• When it comes to taking risks, I'm not gonna lie, I tend to play it safe.

noun A word used to identify a person, place, thing, or idea.

verb An action word expressing a command or directive.

interjection A word or phrase that expresses a strong emotion or feeling, often used in exclamatory expressions.

• Please leave immediately and do one!
• Hey, stop bothering me and just do one!
• Quit being annoying and just do one!
• I'm tired of your excuses, it's time to do one and take action.

verb to leave or go away, often used as a dismissive or rude command

• Please continue with your jog on the designated path.
• Hey, if you don't like it here, just jog on!
• Tell that guy to jog on, he's really getting on my nerves.
• I need to let go of the past and just jog on towards a brighter future.

adverb used to introduce a hypothetical situation or comparison

interjection used to express disbelief or skepticism

• She spoke with such confidence, as if she had rehearsed her speech a hundred times.
• He was acting all tough, as if he could take on anyone in a fight.
• She was flexing on social media, as if she's the hottest thing out there.
• The storm raged outside, howling as if it had a mind of its own.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• Given the current economic conditions, the new startup has an ice cube's chance in hell of securing funding.
• I have an ice cube's chance in hell of winning the lottery, but I still buy a ticket every week.
• He has an ice cube's chance in hell of passing that exam without studying.
• With her terrible track record, she has an ice cube's chance in hell of getting promoted.

noun The spherical, visual organs in the head of humans and vertebrate animals.

• The doctor examined the patient's eyeballs for any signs of infection.
• He couldn't believe his eyeballs when he saw the size of the fish he caught.
• I can't keep my eyeballs off that new video game.
• Her presentation was so captivating, it felt like my eyeballs were glued to the screen.

noun a period of excessive drinking or wild behavior

preposition used before 'tear' to indicate the specific nature of the spree

• After weeks of intense studying, the students decided to go on a tear and celebrate their hard work.
• Let's go on a tear and hit up all the bars in town tonight!
• I heard Sarah and her friends are planning to go on a tear this weekend.
• The stock market has been on a tear lately, reaching new record highs.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, typically answering the questions when, where, how, or to what extent

• The project's timeline started to go south due to unexpected delays.
• I heard their relationship started to go south after the big argument.
• Things really started to go south for him once he lost his job.
• Her mood can quickly go south if she's not feeling well.

noun a place or situation that causes emotional or physical pain or distress

• The soldier experienced the trauma of war and the psychological impact of being in the hurt locker.
• Being in the hurt locker really took a toll on him.
• Man, that combat zone was a total hurt locker.
• She felt like she was in a hurt locker emotionally after the breakup.

noun a slang term for a large amount of money, especially when obtained illegally

• The performer showcased impressive juggling skills during the circus act.
• I saw a street performer jugg some tennis balls while balancing on a unicycle.
• I can't believe he's able to jugg so many objects at once!
• She always seems to jugg multiple responsibilities effortlessly.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it)

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun

• It is important to keep it on the dl when discussing confidential company information.
• Hey, let's keep it on the dl about the surprise party for Sarah.
• We need to make sure to keep it on the dl so no one finds out.
• Sometimes it's best to keep it on the dl and not share every detail with everyone.

noun Hooley/hoolie is a slang term for a wild party or a noisy commotion.

verb To blow a hooley/hoolie is a colloquial expression meaning to make a lot of noise or cause a disturbance.

article The article 'a' is used before the noun 'hooley/hoolie' to indicate a singular, unspecified instance of the activity.

• The meteorologist warned of strong winds that could potentially blow a hoolie through the region.
• I heard it's going to blow a hooley tonight, better batten down the hatches!
• It's really blowing a hoolie out there, I can hardly keep my hat on!
• The argument between the two politicians was so intense, it felt like they were trying to blow a hooley with their words.

noun a person's head that is unusually large or swollen

adjective describing the size or condition of the head

• After receiving the award, he developed a big head and started acting arrogantly.
• Ever since he got that promotion, he's had a swelled head and acts like he's better than everyone.
• She's always had a big head ever since she won that competition.
• His success in the business world gave him a swelled head, making him think he was invincible.

adjective describing a situation or outcome where there is a tie or a draw, especially in a game or competition

• The game of acey-deucey is a popular form of backgammon played with two dice.
• Let's play a round of acey-deucey to pass the time.
• I always lose at acey-deucey, it's just not my game.
• Life can be like a game of acey-deucey, with unexpected outcomes based on chance.