Dry Begging
Hinting that you need help without actually asking for it
Example
Wow, I can’t believe my laptop died right before finals
You want me to send you money for a new one?
Yes, please
I'm a sucker for your dry begging
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Dry begging is when someone hints that they want money, gifts, or help without actually asking for it directly. Instead of saying "Can someone help me out?" they might post something like "Ugh, my phone just broke and payday isn't for two weeks," hoping someone will offer assistance. The term gained popularity on social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok in the late 2010s, as users began to call out this not-so-subtle form of attention-seeking.
People use dry begging humorously or critically, depending on the situation. It can describe influencers fishing for donations, friends dropping hints about wanting a treat, or anyone trying to score something without asking outright. The phrase is most common among younger Internet users, who often use it in a teasing tone, not necessarily to shame someone, but to point out the art of indirectly asking for stuff.