Gen Alpha slang · Noun
hot take
Meaning
Hot take is Gen Alpha slang for a deliberately provocative opinion, used mainly by ages 13–40.
Where it came from
From sports journalism, then used self-consciously about any spicy claim.
Tone check
Neutral, usually a warning that a mild opinion follows.
Used in a sentence
"hot take: the film was mid"
Peak: 2016–2026
Age range: 13–40
Safe for adults to use
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tedious, more effort than it is worth
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