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Fbi s 2,800word glossary of internet slang is just a little sad. Fbi compiles a glossary of internet slang for its agents aba journal. But dont expect the 3,000term guide to offer too much insight into online communities, as many of the entries seem downright peculiar. Fbis 2,800word glossary of internet slang is just a little sad. From the aba journal news, by debra cassens weiss, jun 19, 2014. Nifoc, bogsat, and s more in fbi glossary of internet. English english the phrase sweet fanny adams is often rendered sweet f.
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