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Gibberish

usgb/ˈdʒɪbərɪʃ/Volume
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Context Matters

Used when something can't be understood due to lack of context, like a private joke.

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They were laughing but to me it was gibberish.
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Emotional Expression

Can convey frustration or confusion when someone can't articulate their thoughts clearly.

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During the heated argument, all I heard was gibberish.
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Not Always Negative

Sometimes used playfully to describe endearing nonsensical talk, like baby talk.

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The toddler's gibberish made everyone smile.
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BabbleBalderdashBlatherClaptrapDrivelHogwashJabberNonsensePoppycockPrattleTwaddle
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