Definition of «gatekeep»
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- Description
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Describes the act of withholding information or resources about a niche interest, product, or location to prevent others from discovering it. It is often used ironically or as a critique of elitist behavior within online communities. The term highlights the tension between wanting to share cool finds and wanting to maintain exclusivity.
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Please don't gatekeep that skincare routine, my face is breaking out.
I found this amazing underground cafe, but I'm going to gatekeep the location so it doesn't get crowded.
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