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Bob DeRosa's avatar

On White Collar, "stickman" was used in lieu of "the bad version". Such as, "So Neal (stickman) picks the guy's pocket and lifts the key" meaning, that's not good enough, we'll need a better con to be decided later.

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Colby Day's avatar

Ohh! Yes! Realizing I have heard this same thing as “strawman.”

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Neural Foundry's avatar

Refrigerator logic and schmuck bait are perfet terms for things Ive noticed but could never articulate. The tiny town concept is especally relevant with streaming shows where writers seem to force every character into every storyline. Would love to see more regional varations on these terms since you mentioned NY vs LA rooms.

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Ryan Walls's avatar

So helpful. Wish I had had this! One more to add (maybe more specific to comedy rooms): Clam

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