Slang Term
Millennial Pause
Definition
A short, deliberate pause before speaking (often while smiling or gathering thoughts) that became an identifiable speech tic associated with millennial creators.
Example Usage
"She hit the millennial pause and then dropped the roast line - classic."
Origin & History
Named and popularized on TikTok as people imitated the subtle pre-sentence hesitation used by many creators.
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