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What are common slang terms 2007?

While 2007 might feel like a lifetime ago in internet years, it's actually quite recent. Here are some common slang terms from that era, with a sprinkle of context:

General Slang:

* "Swag": This term was starting to gain popularity, originally meaning style or coolness, often associated with hip-hop culture.

* "Epic": Used to describe something incredibly awesome or amazing.

* "Fail": Used to describe something that went wrong or was unsuccessful.

* "LOL": Still widely used, this acronym stands for "laughing out loud."

* "OMG": Another acronym, standing for "oh my god," expressing surprise or excitement.

* "BFF": Acronym for "best friend forever."

* "TTYL": Acronym for "talk to you later."

* "BRB": Acronym for "be right back."

* "GTFO": Acronym for "get the f*** out," often used in a playful manner.

* "Noob": Used to describe someone who is inexperienced or unskilled.

* "Hater": Used to describe someone who dislikes or criticizes someone else.

* "Pics or it didn't happen": A phrase used to demand proof of something, usually something outrageous.

Tech-Related:

* "Pwned": Derived from "owned," meaning to defeat or dominate someone in a game or online.

* "Troll": Someone who intentionally provokes or annoys others online.

* "Phishing": A type of internet scam involving fraudulent emails or websites.

* "Social Networking": This term was becoming increasingly common, referring to platforms like Facebook, MySpace, and Bebo.

Music/Pop Culture:

* "Holla": Used as a greeting or a way to get someone's attention, popularized by hip-hop culture.

* "YOLO": Acronym for "you only live once," often used to encourage people to live life to the fullest.

* "The Hills": This MTV reality show was hugely popular, and phrases like "Drama!" and "OMG, she's so fake" were common.

* "High School Musical": The Disney Channel movie was a cultural phenomenon, and lines like "We're all in this together" and "Gotta go, gotta go" were widely quoted.

Remember: Slang is constantly evolving, and terms that were popular in 2007 might sound outdated now. This list is just a snapshot of some common slang from that era, and many more terms existed depending on age, region, and social groups.

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