nerd out
Americanverb phrase
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It gave us an opportunity to nerd out and say, “We’re in the ’20s and ’30s, now we’re in the ’60s” and really play with the form.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 18, 2026
So, Felix gets to nerd out about litigation finance.
From Slate ● Sep. 6, 2025
They could nerd out about books and board games.
From New York Times ● Nov. 15, 2023
She'll joyfully nerd out over the production details too, but from what she calls "a spiritual point of view," she has a new level of understanding.
From Salon ● May 10, 2023
“I wish I could sit here and eat and nerd out with you two, but I need to work on my blog tonight. My audience awaits a back-to-school post.”
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
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