grab capitalism by the balls

N.B: this expression is supposed to be used mainly by WASPs when talking to other WASPs, but this is not mandatory; non-WASPs can, but again this is not mandatory, use other perfectly correct English translations of the same Latin phrase, such a 'grab life by the horns', among others.

(as a pun variation on the Ford F-150 commercial line' grab life by the horns'), this is one of the many possible English translations of the Latin phrase carpe diem.

as to who may have first used the expression grab capitalism by the balls to translate the Latin phrase carpe diem, IMHO as a history major, I would probably have to say it would have been the 'founders' of modern Western WASP capitalism, Thomas Hobbes and John Locke, but i doubt it they would have used the exact same words.

by Sexydimma June 12, 2013

capital juice

Another word for oil.

America is invading another country again to get some good old capital juice.

by Ossie Oscar Soundsystem November 29, 2020

Capitate

The act of putting somebody's head on.

Jimmy lost his head so they had to capitate him.

by Peanut Bomb March 8, 2023

Capital

Beat down in a riot. - major guy

Bro, you better stop your foolishness before I take you to the Capital. (Inspired by Insurrection 2021)

by B, Major Guy January 8, 2021

capital

used to express approval, satisfaction, or delight.

"That's splendid! Capital!"

by Arminkshipper August 17, 2025

darawiish capital

A darawiish capital is a city that is central to dhulbahante

the darawiish capital

by khatumo October 30, 2020

Capital

Definition: A word used to describe something excellent, top-tier, or outstanding.
Origin: A revival of an old-school term for greatness, making a comeback in modern slang.

“That trip was absolutely capital.”
“That concert was capital, mate.”
“You’ve got a capital idea right there.”
“This burger? Capital.”
“The vibes? Simply capital.”

by SBellBook88 February 16, 2025