The evolution of laughter abbreviations introduces a new acronym, "IJBOL," which stands for "I just burst out laughing." This abbreviation has been present in the urban dictionary since 2009 but has gained popularity, particularly among Gen-Zers and on social media platforms like TikTok. The term describes a hearty and audible burst of laughter and is often used in online conversations. Notably, it has been associated with Vice President Kamala Harris due to viral videos showing her spontaneous laughter. The term gained traction in the K-pop community in 2021, sometimes used to describe celebrities with contagious laughter. Laughing via text has a long history of other well-known laughter abbreviations like "LOL," "ROFL," and "LMAO." While "IJBOL" may not be as widely recognized as these, it highlights a specific type of laughter arising in inappropriate situations.
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