don't touch what you can't afford custom mug

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What was once the ultimate put down. The strongest diss you could say to somebody who was annoying you by being physical with something you own. Starting off with expensive things that other poor kids couldn't afford, this was a snobbish insult used by richer kids who had the flashest new gear and one of the poorer kids wanted to touch it as they could never afford somethign so extravagent. This was in fear of the poorer kids leaving germs or nits on the item leaving the richer kid fucked later on. This would put them in their place and the poor kids would know their place in society. However, things started to get a bit out of hand circa 1997. The diss spread wildly across Britain's schools and soonn became used in day to day conversations heard in the playground; the cheaper the tackier the item the better the insult. It was a witty way of saaying "you're so poor that..." but without having to use the brainpower to think of an item and and it would leave people hurt inside. Soon enough people found a way of responding to this comment which was to get your wallet out and show you have enough money to indeed afford the item, thus making the person who used it look silly and make their point completely void. Soon after this was discovered people stopped using it, and thus sending a classic diss to the history books along with "your mum gives head for bread" and other such insults.

Person 1 "Hey, Let me have a look at that pen." Person 2 "Oi, don't touch what you can't afford!" Person 1 "Damn...you didn't have to go there."

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The Urban Dictionary Mug

Material
Glossy ceramic, 11 oz
Artwork
Vivid artwork fused into the finish, not a vinyl decal
Care
Microwave and dishwasher safe
Height
Approximately 3.8" tall
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Very basic mug but does the trick!

Daniel B. Sep 14, 2025
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The mug is a gift for our Fantasy Football league winner…or loser. I'm not sure yet; it's a bit of a spoof that will be disclosed on Thanksgiving.

Kimberly S. Sep 10, 2025
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This will be the perfect gift this winter! It even came in a nice little box. The mug seems to be of good quality. It was a bit pricy, got to be honest, but it’ll be very well received.

Adrienne D. Sep 5, 2025
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Would have like the entire cup with purple color. Not just the part with the slogan. It's a nice cup!

Vroman W. Sep 1, 2025
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It was fantastic very good quality.

Andrew D. Aug 31, 2025
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The printing, the Word and it's definition -- were not quite what I expected. And the same word definition ordered on two different mugs, and yet each was described / defined differently.

Jeanne H. Aug 24, 2025
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This was easy to order although I wish the preview pics showed the next on both sides once you finish customizing. But I appreciated that if the text doesn't fit they email you and ask what you want it to say. Came out great and I can't wait to give it as a gift

Jennifer C. Aug 21, 2025
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Sent to a friend. He loved it!

Julie P. Aug 18, 2025
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Well printed, the mug's ceramic is of good quality, I'm not sure what else I can add. I am surprised it could be printed and shipped so quickly based on my earlier experience printing/kiln-firing/baking this kind of product. Well done.

Karl R. Aug 18, 2025
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Funny cup that my girl absolutely loved!

Ryan J. Aug 11, 2025
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my partner thought it was very silly

Haley W. Aug 11, 2025
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I’m excited to have gotten it. I’m going to give it to a man at my church that volunteers this time and won’t stop working! So the inscription is perfect for him.

Hugh S. Aug 8, 2025
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Easy to order and customize. Very tough, solid, and well-made. Nice and hefty in the hand.

Etan N. Aug 5, 2025
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Looked great and delivered fast.

Jerry K. Aug 4, 2025
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urban dictionary is my personal lifeline to the divine, thank you for selling me a $35 coffee cup that I gave to friend, bought another and gave that another friend. Likely asking, rather in need of, a six or more discount code, for six or more gifts to friends! Xoxo

alex l. Aug 3, 2025
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Perfect way to start my day!

Jerry K. Jul 20, 2025
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The mug looks great and hasn't faded after multiple runs through the dishwasher. It microwaves well, and the text is sufficiently unruly.

Bryan D. Jul 18, 2025
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The mug arrived very packed and on time. I love how well crafted the coffee mug is. I plan on ordering other merch from URBAN Dictionary soon. Thanks.

Darlene M. Jun 23, 2025
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fantastic, personal gift to share with anyone!

Doran M. Jun 23, 2025
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Exactly as I ordered it. Shipping was perfect, got updates, accurate date of delivery, and no damage. This is a gift for my little brother.

Jansen P. Jun 17, 2025
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