Why Kids Are Shouting ‘6-7’ and Teachers Are Banning It
TL;DR
The '6-7' meme, a nonsensical phrase popular among kids, serves as a social bonding tool and a symbol of belonging, despite its lack of meaning. It originated from viral songs and gestures, and while teachers try to curb its use, it persists as a form of playful resistance and group identity. The phenomenon highlights how youth language evolves and functions within social groups, even if it frustrates adults.
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- Why kids are using the slang term ‘67’ and teachers are banning it from the classroom The Independent
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