Smoke Break

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The slang term “Smoke Break” is commonly used in internet culture to refer to taking a short break or pausing an activity momentarily. It derives from the notion of stepping away to have a cigarette smoke break, but it can be used even if smoking is not involved.

Examples:

I need to finish this report but I’m feeling overwhelmed. I’ll take a quick smoke break to clear my mind and then get back to work.
– Just watched three episodes of my favorite TV show in a row. Now, I need a smoke break before I start the next season.

In summary, “Smoke Break” in internet slang means taking a short break from an activity to relax or refocus before continuing.

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