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What does probably nothing mean?
A sarcastic phrase used to flag news or a development the poster thinks is very significant, by feigning that it's insignificant.
"A major bank just filed for a crypto ETF. Probably nothing."
Origin
A crypto Twitter meme phrase that spread around 2021, built on deadpan ironic understatement. Saying 'probably nothing' is a coded way to say 'this is actually a big deal,' though it's now so overused it's a cliché.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'probably nothing' mean in crypto?
It's sarcastic understatement, posted next to news that's secretly bullish while pretending to shrug. The irony is the hype.
Why do crypto people say 'probably nothing'?
It's a coded wink to the in-group that something is actually significant, without spelling it out. It became a meme around 2021.
Is 'probably nothing' literal?
Almost never. It usually means the opposite, that something IS a big deal, though it's sometimes used to mock genuinely overhyped non-news.
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