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Etymology

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Originating from a 2016 image macro on a Flat Earth conspiracy theory Facebook page referencing the water fluoridation controversy.[1] Broader use possibly influenced by the attested prevalence of substances such as microplastics.

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Noun

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fluoride stare (plural fluoride stares)

  1. (slang, derogatory) A blank-faced, glazed stare given by common or everyday people when exposed to the beliefs or theories of conspiracy theorists.
  2. (by extension, Internet slang, humorous) Any vacant stare.

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References

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  1. ^ Fluoride Stare”, in Know Your Meme, launched 2007