Definition of «flashbang»
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"Flashbang" is a slang term used to describe a sudden, shocking, or overwhelming piece of information or a visual experience that leaves a person momentarily stunned. Derived from the tactical grenade that emits a blinding light and loud noise, the term is applied metaphorically to price shocks, unexpected news, or jarring transitions in content. In consumer culture, it often refers to the 'blinding' realization of how much prices have inflated over a short period. It conveys a sense of being caught off guard by a reality that is difficult to process immediately.
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> Seeing the price of that GPU was a total flashbang, I remember when they were half that much.
> The biggest flashbang was going to the store and seeing 2tb of storage for $600 when it used to be so cheap.
> That plot twist in the middle of the movie was a literal flashbang, I had to pause the video to breathe.
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