GLOSSARY TERM
"looksmaxxing"
The practice (and online community/trend) of trying to improve one's physical attractiveness through grooming, fitness, skincare, or more extreme methods. The trend has drawn some concern for promoting appearance-obsessive behavior, especially among teens.
Example
"He's been looksmaxxing hard before prom season."
Plain-English swap
"trying to maximize your physical appearance"
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