Baby

When someone says they're feeling like a 'gray-haired, grizzled veteran,' they usually mean they've seen their fair share of life's ups and downs, and they carry that weight with pride and a touch of humor.

Calling a kid the 'apple of someone's eye' shows deep affection and a bit of protectiveness, often used in families to highlight how much a child means to their parents or grandparents.

In social media, 'emoji' might just be a fun way to add flavor to a post, but for some, it's a serious form of communication,like saying a picture is worth a thousand words, but with icons and symbols.

When coworkers talk about 'the gray, getting on, season of their lives,' they're usually hinting at their experiences in the workplace and the wisdom that comes with age, without actually mentioning retirement or seniority.

Using words like 'zaftig' or 'porcine' when describing someone is both playful and a bit cheeky, a way to call out someone's size with a mix of admiration and light teasing.