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Record 1 2014-06-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Phraseology
CONT

Today’s young purveyors of YOLO do indeed appear to be trying to work it right, though what that means is up for debate. [The] students illustrate its typical use, as a carefree tag to explain an impulsive choice: “You want to park illegally in this spot? YOLO!” “Should I buy these shoes or pay rent? YOLO!”

OBS

Used especially to rationalize impulsive or reckless behavior.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Phraséologie
CONT

Bon nombre de parents tremblent lorsque leur enfant réplique «YOLO» à une recommandation du genre «ne fais pas de bêtise». Ce terme est en effet souvent utilisé par bon nombre de jeunes avant qu’ils agissent d’une manière irresponsable.

Spanish

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