Have you ever heard a phrase or word that just rubs you the wrong way?

Have you ever heard a phrase or word that just rubs you the wrong way?
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answer:“Bro” “My bad” “speaking truth to power” 1. Just don’t. 2. Sounds insincere. 3. What tha flyin’ fuck does that even mean?
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