Inb4 is a slang term commonly used on the internet to indicate that the following statement or prediction is being made before the event or situation actually occurs.
Inb4 is short for “in before,” and it is typically used in online forums and social media platforms. It is often used to preemptively address an anticipated reaction or response to a particular topic, joke, or controversial statement. By using “inb4,” users signal that they are aware of the potential reactions and are trying to make a comment or prediction before others do.
Example 1: “Inb4 someone mentions ‘Karen’ in the comments.” (Anticipating that someone will mention a common internet stereotype and commenting on it before anyone else does.)
Example 2: “Inb4 people start arguing about politics on this thread.” (Predicting that political debates will likely arise in the discussion and acknowledging it before it happens.)
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