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How this phrase came to mean a sense of bewilderment and disconnection
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If someone says you're "lost in the sauce," they aren't talking about marinara. Originally coined by American rapper Gucci Mane, the term “lost in the sauce” relates to a sense of confusion, disconnect, and disorientation that a person can feel, including physical intoxication (like being drunk). Read on to learn all the juicy details about this iconic phrase, including where it how to use it in conversation (and where it came from to begin with).
What does “lost in the sauce” mean?
“Lost in the sauce” is a slang term that describes the experience of feeling lost and really out of it. It can also refer to a disconnect from reality, or refer to someone being drunk.
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