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Gen X (1965-1979)
Eat my dust
Used when boasting in a race or competition to emphasize speed.
Literal Meaning
To consume the dust that is kicked up by the movement of a vehicle or person
Actual Meaning
I'm leaving you behind, you can't keep up
Examples in Context

'Eat my dust!' *drives away* (Translation: You can't beat me)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Competitive taunt
  • 2About speed/winning
  • 3Action movie line
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leave in the dust
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