slang glossary / i-was-hungry
What does "i was hungry" mean?
Updated 2026-08-31 · TeenLore Daily
Meaning
Absurdist non-sequitur response meme from TikTok. Used as a deadpan excuse for literally anything, especially chaotic or inexplicable behavior.
How teens use it
why did you jump off the roof? i was hungry
Parent note
Pure silly humor. If your kid says this, they're referencing a viral absurdist meme. Laugh with them — it's harmless chaos.
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