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galaxy brain
What does galaxy brain mean?
An idea so elaborately contrarian its author thinks they've transcended common sense, when in fact they've just out-thought themselves into nonsense. Almost always used sarcastically.
"His galaxy brain take is that we should abolish weekends to 'free' workers. Sir."
Origin
From the 2017 'expanding brain' meme — each panel a more illuminated brain, ending in a cosmic galaxy. People started calling absurd-but-presented-as-genius takes 'galaxy brain' takes.
Frequently asked questions
What does galaxy brain mean?
It's sarcastic praise for a take so contrarian it loops all the way back around to being stupid.
How do you use galaxy brain in a sentence?
"Skipping insurance to save money — real galaxy brain move there."
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