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omw
What does omw mean?
A notorious white lie sent before you've actually moved a muscle, buying time while you finish getting ready.
"'omw!' (said while still picking an outfit)"
Origin
A straightforward initialism of 'on my way,' which spread through SMS as a quick status update. iPhones even offered it as an auto-reply, cementing it.
Frequently asked questions
What does omw mean in texting?
It means 'on my way.' You send it to let someone know you've left and are heading over.
Does omw mean they've actually left?
Not always. 'omw' is famously sent before people have actually gotten up, so treat the ETA with some skepticism.
Is omw the same as otw?
Yes, basically. 'otw' means 'on the way' and is used the same way as 'omw.'
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