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Call dibs

Oct 17, 2023
Learn about the concept of 'Dibs' and how it is used to claim ownership, with a focus on a pizza scenario and transportation plans for dinner. Explore the meaning and usage of the phrase 'call Dibs' and its application in claiming things before others, with examples and explanations of its two main usages.
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Quick takeaways

  • Dibs is a word used to claim something before anyone else, such as the last slice of pizza.
  • Dibs can be used to claim seats or teams in a game, and is commonly used for small, trivial things.

Deep dives

Claiming something with Dibs

Dibs is a word often used to claim something before anyone else. It is used in situations where you want to make sure you get what you want. For example, if there is one slice of pizza left, you would call Dibs on it to make sure it's yours. It can also be used to claim seats or teams in a game.

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