fluoride stare

English

Etymology

Originating from a 2016 image macro on a Flat Earth conspiracy theory Facebook page referencing the water fluoridation controversy.[1] Broader use possibly influenced by the attested prevalence of substances such as microplastics.

Pronunciation

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Noun

fluoride stare (plural fluoride stares)

  1. (slang, derogatory) A blank-faced, glazed stare given by common or everyday people when exposed to the beliefs or theories of conspiracy theorists.
  2. (by extension, Internet slang, humorous) Any vacant stare.

See also

References

  1. ^ “Fluoride Stare”, in Know Your Meme, website first launched 2007
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