yippee ki-yay
"Yippee ki-yay" is a phrase popularized by the *Die Hard* franchise, originating from American cowboy culture and symbolizing joy and triumph.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, slang)An exclamation expressing joy or excitement.
Example
- When she saw her test results, she shouted, 'Yippee ki-yay!'
B2Pop Culture
(informal, slang)A phrase used to evoke a sense of triumph or bravado, especially associated with the *Die Hard* movies.
Example
- In the movie, the hero exclaimed, 'Yippee ki-yay!' as he defeated the villain.