Gen Alpha slang · Verb
flex
Meaning
Flex is Gen Alpha slang for to show off, used mainly by ages 9–30.
Where it came from
Hip-hop origin, mainstream since the mid 2010s.
Tone check
Mild accusation, or self-deprecating.
Used in a sentence
"Not to flex but I got full marks."
Peak: 2018–2024
Age range: 9–30
Safe for adults to use
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