What is the story behind the euphemism 'tulip' and are there other ContractorUK specific terms we should know?
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The swear filter swaps words out so i you try say s h i t it replaces it with tulip..
Although twunt comes to mind and that isn't the swear filter........'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!
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daffodilWhile you're waiting, read the free novel we sent you. It's a Spanish story about a guy named 'Manual.'Comment
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I believe pimps are the agents making us the whores.Originally posted by Taita View PostWhat is the story behind the euphemism 'tulip' and are there other ContractorUK specific terms we should know?Comment
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more?And what exactly is wrong with an "ad hominem" argument? Dodgy Agent, 16-5-2014Comment
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"Just like MF"
A term that means you're the best.What happens in General, stays in General.You know what they say about assumptions!Comment
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Now I understand that little mix up we had when you said you were bringing me back tulips from Amsterdam.Originally posted by northernladuk View PostThe swear filter swaps words out so i you try say s h i t it replaces it with tulip..
Although twunt comes to mind and that isn't the swear filter........Comment
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