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Hacker slang for documentation or other printed material.

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out of print

[out of print] {adj. phr.} No longer obtainable from the publisher because the printed copies have been sold out; no longer printed. * /The book is out of print. An […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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[Brain Fart] A byproduct of a bloated mind producing information effortlessly; a burst of useful information. * /"I know you're busy on the Microsoft story, but can you give us […] Business slang

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It is unclear from historical documentation which war the Salvation Army fought, but it is apparent from their spoils that they won. www.english-slang.com

in print

[in print] {adj. phr.} Obtainable in printed form from a printer or publisher; printed. * /The author has finished writing his book but it is not yet in print./ * […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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[point up] {v.} To show clearly; emphasize. * /The increase in crime points up the need for greater police protection./ * […]

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Of ten bald men, nine are deceitful and the tenth is stupid.

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pig's ear

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