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to intentionally cause someone's death with planning and purpose
to impress, look amazing, or perform exceptionally well, especially in style or appearance
What does "to slay" mean in style slang?
The phrase "to slay" means to look extremely good, dress impressively, or perform exceptionally well, especially in fashion, makeup, or overall presentation. The structure uses "slay" metaphorically, implying dominance or impact. It is commonly used in informal and online contexts as strong praise for someone who appears highly confident and visually striking.
used to praise someone for doing something exceptionally well
What does "slay" mean in performance slang?
In performance slang, "slay" means to execute something exceptionally well, with strong skill, confidence, and impact. The structure comes from "to slay," originally meaning to defeat, repurposed metaphorically to describe dominating a performance or task. It is used when someone delivers a standout execution in areas like music, acting, speaking, or competition.
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