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What does 'TMI' mean? Don't divulge private info with this slang term.
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Date:2025-04-27 14:01:17
Have you ever been texting someone and seem can't find the right words to convey your message? Sometimes, we have a lot we want to say, but don't have enough time to do so.
That's where abbreviations and slang come in to help. But since many terms exist, it's easy to get lost in each's unique meaning and usage.
"ICYMI," USA TODAY has been breaking down text slang. We've already covered various explainers on phrases, such as "iykyk" and "WYLL."
Now, it's time to learn another. Here is the definition of and how to use "TMI."
What does 'TMI' mean?
"TMI" stands for "too much information," according to Merriam-Webster. The term is used when someone gives out private or personal information that was previously kept secret.
"TMI" is also associated with the disclosure of intimate, embarrassing or inappropriate information. Depending on the situation, if you give "TMI," it can elicit a negative or judgmental response.
It can also be used as a noun.
How to use 'TMI'
Here are some examples of how to use "TMI":
- "What Chandler told us about his date the other day was TMI." "Totally."
- "Are you not embarrassed about the TMI you gave earlier?"
- "Sometimes her Facebook posts are TMI."
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