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To: NorthMountain

I’ve never heard that term before. Exactly what does it mean? Is it vulgar?


28 posted on 12/12/2013 2:54:26 PM PST by Dilbert San Diego
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To: Dilbert San Diego

It means to wholeheartedly throw oneself into a situation which sucks, but is necessary (or at least, unavoidable). “The suck” is the hardship (physical, mental, emotional) experienced by people who are trying to do something difficult, and worthwhile, and dangerous. Soldiers are a prime example of such people.


31 posted on 12/12/2013 3:01:12 PM PST by NorthMountain
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To: Dilbert San Diego
I’ve never heard that term before. Exactly what does it mean? Is it vulgar?

One Interpretation

Unofficial slang term used by the Marine Corps. Defines any situation in and around a war time conflict where conditions are undesirable. Also known as "The Shit." "Welcome to the Suck..." or "You are in the Shit..

46 posted on 12/12/2013 4:05:44 PM PST by onona (The Earth is the insane asylum for the universe (yup, I belong))
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