FTC

What does FTC stand for in messages?

Failure to communicate

FTC signals a communication breakdown, often without pointing fingers at any specific person. It's a quick way to express that a conversation went off the rails or that signals got crossed somewhere along the line. This shorthand is especially helpful in group settings where multiple parties might be responsible for the lapse.

FTC tends to appear in digital conversations, particularly within group chats, emails, or collaborative platforms. People often use it as a diplomatic way to acknowledge that everyone shares some accountability, then to reset the dialogue and ensure everyone's on the same page moving forward.

Example

hey, did you get the memo about the meeting time change?
ftc, no one told me about it! when is it?
it's been moved to 3 PM
thanks for letting me know, i'll be there

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Updated December 19, 2025

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