In scene 01:02:18, Marcus says, "Mike, the man is an accountant. We just need to talk to him," and Mike responds, "So, you wanna conversation with a coked out orange mountain?" Based on Allan and Burridge's (2006) theory, this type of slang is classified as clipping because it shortens syllables from basic English words. The function of this slang is to express an impression, as Mike wants his words to be clearly understood by Marcus. According to the Oxford Learner's Dictionary, coke is a shortened form of cocaine, a powerful and illegal drug that can cause addiction and is occasionally used as an anesthetic by doctors. In this context, coked out refers to someone who is under the influence of cocaine, implying altered behavior or mental state due to drug use. Datum 31. Coked
In scene 01:02:18, Marcus says, "Mike, the man is an accountant. We just need to talk to him," and Mike responds, "So, you wanna conversation with a coked out orange mountain?" Based on Allan and Burridge's (2006) theory, this type of slang is classified as clipping because it shortens syllables from basic English words. The function of this slang is to express an impression, as Mike wants his words to be clearly understood by Marcus. According to the Oxford Learner's Dictionary, coke is a shortened form of cocaine, a powerful and illegal drug that can cause addiction and is occasionally used as an anesthetic by doctors. In this context, coked out refers to someone who is under the influence of cocaine, implying altered behavior or mental state due to drug use.
Datum 32. Remix
In scene 01:04:22, Mike says, "What? What happened to bad boys, one last time?" and Marcus replies, "This is one last time. But this is the remix, Mike. We work with AMMO now." Based on Allan and Burridge's (2006) theory, this type of slang is classified as imitative because it is a copy or adaptation of a root English word. The function of this slang is to express an impression, as Marcus wants his words to be clearly understood by Mike. According to the Oxford Learner's Dictionary, a remix is typically a new version of a musical recording, created by rearranging parts of the original or adding new elements. However, in this context, remix has nothing to do with music. Instead, it refers to a shift in the police case, implying a new strategy or variation in their approach, particularly since they are now collaborating with AMMO, which suggests a more modern, tactical, and team-based method.
Datum 33. Y'all
In scene 01:07:14, Mike says, "Never. Y'all will never do that again," while Marcus responds, "Yeah, and you fucking up the lyrics." Based on Allan and Burridge's (2006) theory, this slang term is categorized as imitative because it combines two basic English words. Its function is to address a group of people. According to the Oxford Learner's Dictionary, y'all is a shortened form of you all. It is commonly used, especially in the southern United States, to mean you when referring to more than one person.
Datum 34. Fucking up
In scene 01:07:17, Mike says, "Never. Y'all will never do that again," and Marcus replies, "Yeah, and you fucking up the lyrics." Based on Allan and Burridge's (2006) theory, this slang term falls under the flippant type because it combines two words to create a new meaning. Its function in this context is to humiliate, as Marcus expresses his displeasure with what is happening. According to the Oxford Learner's Dictionary, this slang term is a swear word that many people find offensive, often used to emphasize a comment or express anger. In this case, fucking up means messing up or doing something incorrectly. It is an informal and emphatic way to highlight a mistake. When Marcus says, "Yeah, and you fucking up the lyric," he is pointing out that someone is singing the lyrics incorrectly.
Datum 35. Damn
In scene 01:13:28, Mike says, "That's how we do it now?" and Marcus replies, "You're damn right." Based on Allan and Burridge's (2006) theory, this type of slang is classified as imitative because it is an adaptation of a basic English word with a new meaning. The function of this slang is to initiate a relaxed conversation, as Mike wants the interaction to feel casual. According to the Oxford Learner's Dictionary, damn is a swear word used to express annoyance, disappointment, or similar emotions. In this context, Marcus uses damn to intensify right, making the phrase mean something like you're absolutely right.
Datum 36. Time out
