I always thought it was For The Win, but this morning I was asked to remove it from a Facebook post because, "to people younger than old men", it means F--- The World.
I've used it several time here, so here's my blanket apology to all of you that are younger than old men. I suspect I'm safe.
FTW
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Pft! Keep using it. I'm tired of letting easily offended people dictate speech. Carry on, good sir.JimVH wrote: ↑20 Apr 2024, 10:09 I always thought it was For The Win, but this morning I was asked to remove it from a Facebook post because, "to people younger than old men", it means F--- The World.
I've used it several time here, so here's my blanket apology to all of you that are younger than old men. I suspect I'm safe.
"When you're dumb, you've got to be tough." -My dad
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FTR, WTF means 'Wow That's Fantastic'. Start using it in your texts to your children and grandchildren. They'll appreciate the encouragement.
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Our friendship was on the rocks until I read that above post there. We're OK now.JimVH wrote: ↑20 Apr 2024, 10:09 I always thought it was For The Win, but this morning I was asked to remove it from a Facebook post because, "to people younger than old men", it means F--- The World.
I've used it several time here, so here's my blanket apology to all of you that are younger than old men. I suspect I'm safe.
Wishing you God's very best!
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Thought it was a bit out of character for JimVH but with the explanation, the universe is back on an even keel.JimVH wrote: ↑20 Apr 2024, 10:09 I always thought it was For The Win, but this morning I was asked to remove it from a Facebook post because, "to people younger than old men", it means F--- The World.
I've used it several time here, so here's my blanket apology to all of you that are younger than old men. I suspect I'm safe.
Here I stand. I can do no other.