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You’ve noticed “LFG” pop up in both gaming forums and in overly enthusiastic tweets about football…can it mean the same thing in such different scenarios? “LFG” has 2 major meanings depending on the context you see it in. In this article, we’ll go over all the meanings of “LFG” and show you how to use and reply to it, plus dive into when this acronym first appeared online. If you’re ready to learn more, LFG!
Things You Should Know
- “LFG” means “looking for group” in online gaming communities or “let’s f*cking go!” on social media or over text.
- Send “LFG” to find like-minded players in an online game, show your excitement for something online, or to text a friend to get a move on.
- Reply to “LFG” by inviting a player to join your gaming team, reciprocating your friend's enthusiasm over text, or sending a witty comeback to impatient pals.
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- Unless it’s an industry abbreviation, avoid using “LFG” in professional or formal communication.Thanks
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