What does Throwing shade mean?
Subtly insulting someone
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Throwing shade
What does Throwing shade mean?
Subtly insulting someone
When is Throwing shade used?
Throwing shade is often used to describe subtle insults or criticisms, typically indirect.
Why do people say Throwing shade?
People say "Throwing shade" to express disapproval or criticism of someone in a clever or indirect way, often through sarcasm or subtle hints.
Examples of using Throwing shade
She was throwing shade during the meeting, so passive-aggressive.
Started throwing shade as soon as he walked in.
He's always throwing shade, never says anything nice.
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When would someone say Throwing shade?
Throwing shade is often used to describe subtle insults or criticisms, typically indirect.