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This week, the Out of Touch Guide is exploring a generation-defining mystery: What exactly does “6-7” mean? This slang term has been amusing children and baffling adults since gaining popularity about six months ago, so discover its meaning, origin, and why they won’t stop saying it. We’re also examining the Weapons run, defining “crash out,” and observing a grandma’s knees.
What does 6-7 mean?
The slang term 6-7 or 67 doesn’t have a particular meaning. But, similar to “skibiddi,” 6-7 holds significance as an in-group identifier, marking the speaker as someone who says “6-7.” Part of its use involves inserting the phrase into conversations; if asked about your height, test score, or the time, you might respond “6-7.” Or you might question a clueless person and answer with “six-seveeeen” yourself. (6-7 is often uttered with the “seven” part elongated.)
This might seem annoying to you, an adult, which is the secondary characteristic of 6-7; it’s intentionally meant to mark the listener as well. It’s supposed to be irritating—a slang term and a practical joke in miniature.
While “6-7” is literally spoken whenever one counts, as a Generation Alpha slang term, it likely originated from the song “Doot Doot” by Skrilla. (It’s a great track):
The way “6-7” is rapped in the song resonated with the younger generation, leading them to repeat the phrase on TikTok and in schoolyards. Another possible source is basketball star LaMelo Ball, as the Charlotte Hornets point guard is 6’7”.
6-7 seemed like such a niche phrase that its widespread adoption surprised me, prompting this mention as we might be at the tail end of its popularity. Now, many people (somewhat) understand what it means, so the insider status it once had could be fading. But perhaps not. The term is meant to annoy, and it is actually more annoying if you know its meaning. Judging from videos like this, younger individuals understand how childish and irritating it is:
However, the usage doesn’t stop, and I anticipate the “six-seveeeen”ing to persist until its primary users (ages 6 to 12) mature.
(For more definitions of Generation Z and Generation Alpha slang, check out my glossary here.)
What does “crash out” mean?
Previously, to “crash out” referred to going to sleep or passing out, but as of 2025, it signifies an intense emotional outburst, often coupled with impulsive actions. Crashing out commonly results from being overwhelmed or excessively frustrated.
What is the Weapons run?
The “Weapons run” is an emerging meme format where TikTok users mimic the distinct, unsettling running style featured in Zach Cregger’s horror film Weapons. It involves running with arms raised halfway, like this:
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