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cap check
What does cap check mean?
A prompt to verify a claim's truthfulness, riffing on "cap" (lie). It challenges someone to prove they're not lying.
"You met the actor? Cap check — post the photo."
Origin
From "cap" (lie) plus "check," social media slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does "cap check" mean?
It's a challenge to prove a claim is true, built on "cap" meaning a lie. Saying "cap check" tells someone to back up what they just said.
How do you use "cap check"?
Drop it right after a suspicious claim, usually with a demand for proof — e.g. "Cap check — where's the receipt?"
Is "cap check" rude?
It's playful more than aggressive, but it does openly accuse someone of possibly lying, so it can come off as challenging.
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