Tampa Slang

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After nearly 30 years in Florida, I am finally well-versed in Tampa slang. Being from the North, I had to acclimate myself to the Tampa local language. At first, there were a lot of colloquialisms that I had to tune in to in order to communicate with true Gulf of Mexico dwellers, those who are southern to the core and proud Gator fans. Here's ten you better not forget, y'hear?