Meaning of activation phrase | Babel Free

Definitions

A phrase that triggers a person into doing a specific action upon hearing it. Used to joke about niche internet quotes or memes that may trigger an immediate reaction of some sort. Also known as a trigger phrase. Associated with the idea of a "Sleeper Agent"

Internet, humorous

Examples

“...Over the following years, the term became increasingly popularized and was particularly used to respond⟳ to tweets that featured slang overload.”

““Gentlemen, thank⟳ you once again for saving this nation.” “Slloosh garg blurrg.” “I don't speak⟳ googa. The CIA only taught me your activation phrase. But if I could say⟳ anything... I'd say⟳ give⟳ America one more chance.” “Kalaak 'ha benben prilo garg.” “Oh, my God, they're gonna fight⟳. Th-They're really gonna fight⟳.” “Aw, they love⟳ each other!” “Never gets old.” “I'll never get⟳ tired of that.””

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