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NGL
Prefacing honest statements, especially surprising ones
Literal Meaning
Acronym: Not Gonna Lie
Actual Meaning
Not gonna lie
Examples in Context

Friend: 'NGL, that was impressive.' (Translation: I admit, that was good)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Similar to TBH
  • 2Often precedes admissions
  • 3Casual honesty marker
Phrase Thesaurus
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