Definition

Past tense of 'eat' but used as slang meaning someone absolutely killed it, nailed it, devoured the competition. When someone 'ate,' they performed so well they metaphorically consumed the entire moment. Often followed by 'and left no crumbs' for maximum drama.

Example Usage

"She ate that presentation like she hadn't been fed in weeks. The board was shook. HR was impressed. The PowerPoint was immaculate."

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