Remember when “Talk to the hand” was the ultimate comeback, and printing MapQuest directions was essential for any road trip? The ’90s and early 2000s gave us unique phrases and situations that defined our generation. But as technology evolved and social norms shifted, these once-common sayings and scenarios disappeared. Let’s revisit phrases from our millennial youth that might make you smile — or cringe.
#1: “Talk to the hand (cuz the face ain’t listening).”
This sassy comeback reached peak popularity in the mid-’90s, becoming the ultimate dismissal when someone said something we didn’t want to hear. It was often accompanied by an actual palm held up like a stop sign for dramatic effect. The phrase faded as new generations created their own snappy comebacks, but for a brief, glorious moment, it was the perfect way to shut down unwanted opinions. Should we bring it back?
