Oat

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Oat is an internet slang term used to describe someone who is experiencing second-hand embarrassment or feeling uncomfortable on behalf of another person. It is often used when someone does or says something cringeworthy or embarrassing, causing discomfort to those witnessing it.

Examples:
1. When my friend tried to impress his crush by singing at a karaoke night but ended up completely off-key, it was so oat that I had to look away.
2. The video of a politician awkwardly dancing at a rally went viral, and everyone was commenting “oat” because it was incredibly cringeworthy.

Synonyms:
reaper, slayer, killer, destroyer
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