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Read More »What Does Zamaa (ざまあ) Mean? Unpacking the Japanese Phrase for ‘Serves You Right’
Hey, we’ve all been there—watching that one person who cut in line at the coffee shop spill their drink all over themselves, or seeing a boastful coworker mess up a big presentation after ignoring everyone’s advice. It’s that little inner voice going, “Well, that’s what happens.” Moments like these feel …
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