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Word: preppiedom (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1981-1981
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...more neglected aspects of Preppiedom--generally ignored in favor of the more obvious signs such as indulgence in alcohol, snobbery, ritual sex and clothes of peculiar colors--is a reverence for achievement, particularly success that appears to come effortlessly. That is where the Kroks come in. Their performances seem to have two purposes; in order of importance, they are: 1. to show that they are having a good time, and 2. to display their singing talent. That the Kroks are indeed excellent singers comes almost as an afterthought; their primary message seems always to be, "This is what we like...

Author: By Jeffrey R. Toobin, | Title: 'Muffy, A Song For Us' | 2/14/1981 | See Source »

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