Deadly

adj.

Heard in Dublin, Kilkenny, Wexford, Fermanagh, Cork, Galway, Waterford, Tyrone and Tipperary

This infectious term originated in Dublin but has since travelled the length and breadth of the country. Can be followed with several words including buzz, rapid and others.

Did ye hear Ireland got a new manager?" "Ah deadly buzz!

Posh English

'Have you heard Ireland has a new manager?' 'Oh, most splendid news!'

Same phrase, other counties

• Kilkenny
• Wexford
• Fermanagh
• Cork
• Galway
• Waterford
• Tyrone
• Tipperary

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