he's a 10 but

Definition

A rating game that presents an attractive person with a significant flaw, forcing evaluation of dealbreakers. The thought experiment that reveals everyone's tolerance for red flags when hotness is involved.

Example Usage

He's a 10 but he doesn't believe in dinosaurs. Still a 10? Discuss.

Origin

Viral TikTok trend that exploded in 2022, creating endless variations and debates

Fun Fact

The format revealed that people will tolerate almost anything if someone is hot enough, creating existential discourse about society's priorities.

Source: TikTok viral trend, 2022

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