This crossword puzzle isn't for the faint of heart! It's a journey through the minefield of slang that's seen better days – the phrases that make your skin crawl and your eyes roll into next week. Prepare to test your knowledge of expressions that are so last decade (or even last century!), and maybe even crack a smile at the sheer cringe factor.
Across
- Totally tubular: A surfing term that somehow infiltrated everyday speech. (8)
- Gag me with a spoon: An expression of extreme disgust. (5,2,1)
- Groovy: The epitome of cool…in the 1960s. (6)
- Rad: Short for radical; once cool, now incredibly dated. (3)
- That's what she said: A response guaranteed to elicit groans. (4,2,3)
- Baller: Describing someone wealthy or stylish…in a way that makes you cringe. (6)
- Dope: Can mean excellent, but mostly sounds like you're talking about illicit substances. (4)
- Swag: A style that's somewhat synonymous with "cool"...but way past its prime. (4)
- Epic fail: Overused to describe any minor setback. (8,3)
Down
- Wicked: Used to mean "very" or "extremely," especially in the UK. (5)
- Tight: Describing something cool or excellent—often in an overly enthusiastic way. (4)
- Sweet: Another overly enthusiastic adjective that's seen better days. (5)
- Bodacious: Meaning exceptionally good or attractive; now mainly used ironically. (9)
- Far out: A psychedelic-era expression of amazement. (6,2)
- Gnarly: Similar to "wicked" or "radical." (6)
- Ill: Slang for cool, excellent, or impressive; often sounds inappropriate. (3)
Bonus Challenge:
Can you think of more cringeworthy slang terms to add to this list? Share them in the comments below! We'd love to hear your additions to this hilariously outdated lexicon.
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Note: This crossword puzzle is designed for entertainment purposes. The use of slang is subjective, and the "cringiness" of these terms is a matter of opinion and cultural context. The aim is to bring a smile, not to offend.
