Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Snuffiness

👉 Snuffiness is a term used in American and Canadian television shows, particularly those featuring characters who are often depicted as being "snuffed out" or "stretched to death." The term originated from a scene in the 1970s soap opera "The Virginian," where an injured character was snuffed out by the doctor. This term is typically used to describe the sudden and extreme death of a character, often due to a tragic event that leaves them lifeless or nearly so

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