thinspo
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of thinspo
First recorded in 2005–10; shortening and alteration of thinspiration ( def. )
Example Sentences
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I think my ideal reaction to the world’s thinspo would be a coolly pitying sigh, but I’m not there yet.
From Slate • Dec. 4, 2015
Look, if young women who are deep within the culture of thinspo can actually talk in a safe, anonymous environment about how to heal and support each other, that’s great.
From Salon • Jul. 10, 2012
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