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‘Texas’ is slang for ‘crazy’ in Norway
Y’all already all know that Texas is known for its slang. The state is home to a slew of Southern colloquialisms as well as totally unique sayings you won’t hear anywhere else.
But did you know that the word “Texas” is in itself a slang word?
According to Texas Monthly, Norwegians have long used the word “Texas” in lieu of the word “crazy.”
Think that last statement is hogwash?
Read more: http://austin.blog.statesman.com/2015/10/20/texas-is-slang-for-crazy-in-norway/
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