X Y is X
From Encyclopedia Dramatica
X Y is X (XY=X) is the horrendously overused and cliché algebraic format that *channers use to express their feelings towards something. Whether it be <3, h8, elation, sadness, or even a strong secksual urge, this textual meme is a convenient way for you to say what's on your mind without actually having to use it. Repeating the adjective creates a descriptive phrase of unholy power. Furthermoar, it is the primary tool used by Anonymous when stating the obvious. The general idea is that by repeating yourself and being unnecessarily redundant, your arguments and ideas will make moar sense and will cease to be completely idiotic. As you might have guessed, it doesn't work worth a shit.
Origin
X Y is X, also known as circular logic, is a phrase which has been around for quite some time, seemingly as long as the internets themselves. The exact age of this phrase is unclear, but its place of birth appears to be 4chan. Like many memes before it, this saying most likely formed in the realm of /b/, then simply took hold once people started using it frequently. Another theory is that this meme originates from an episode of The Simpsons, in which Ralph says "Fun toys are fun." Noone actually knows the exact manner in which this meme was created, and it is unlikely that anybody cares.
Variations
Of course, if you're a creative motherfucker, you can alter the phrase to better suit your situation. Like when dealing with a camwhore who won't deliver; "Fat whore is ugly." Or when dealing with a troublesome organization; "Fake religion is crazy." This particular variation is known as X Y is Z, as is the equally logical X Y Z is X and Y. For maximum difficulty setting one may use X X is X, as in "Troll troll is troll". There is no recourse from this indefensible maneuver, however, so use with caution.
Examples
Here are some other common examples of the oft-used saying in action:
- Longcat is loooooooooong.
- Shortcat is short.
- Delicious drama is delicious.
- Successful troll is successful.
- Obvious troll is obvious.
- Tasty Hate is Tasty
- Forced meme is Forced.
- Pointless vandalism is pointless.
- Stupid user is stupid.
- Same user is same.
- Garbage day is garbage.
- Gay homosexual is gay.
- Old copypasta is old.
- Disturbing page is disturbing.
- Unfunny site is unfunny.
- Epic thread is epic.
- Traced art is traced.
- Circular logic is circular.
- Redundant phrase is redundant.
- Gay Luigi is gay.
See Also
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