fluoride stare

English

Etymology

Originating from an image macro on a Flat Earth conspiracy theory Facebook page in 2016 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 launched 2007
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