# Where are the rules located?

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> [@DesertDog](#):
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> There used to be a thread listing some of the board memes and where they came from that might prove handy, but I can’t find it now.

Go to the FAQ sticky at the top of ATMB and search for “glossary”. You’ll end up here:

> [@Beginner's Guide to Glossary of Terms on Straight Dope Message Boards](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/beginners-guide-to-glossary-of-terms-on-straight-dope-message-boards/307442):
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> There are a number of terms commonly used on the Straight Dope Message Boards, that are basically “in-jokes” or references. There are several threads listing such, I have tried to compile them all into one post here. If anyone has additions or corrections, please email me – I’m going to keep this locked, so it doesn’t become too long and rambling, but remains fairly focused and easy to use. I have taken these descriptions from various threads and posts by various members. This thread isn’t upda…

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