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It means an uncomfortable feeling, either because of drink or drugs, or because of depression or the effect of a depressing person or place.
eg your brother's so depressing that he gives me the heebie-jeebies
^Above is the modern usage. The origin of the term was actually an anti-Semitic slur. It meant "the sickening, creeped-out feeling you get when in the presence of a Hebrew (Jew)." The "Hebrew Jitters" became "heebie-jeebies."
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Horsefeathers.
The phrase heebie-jeebies was invented by comic writer Billy de Beck in 1923 while writing the strip Barney Google. He also coined the phrase 'hotsy totsy' and 'horsefeathers', meaning something nonsensical. This is borne out in any online etymology dictionary.
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What makes you jittery lodge or ledge?
Well, darling, it really depends on the individual. Some folks might get the heebie-jeebies from heights, so a ledge would have them shaking like a leaf. Others might be more spooked by cramped spaces, so a lodge would have them feeling like a cat on a hot tin roof. It's all about personal preference, honey.
What movie and television projects has Kim Kensington been in?
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What movie and television projects has Ronnie Lott been in?
Robert Lott has: Played Herb Cantrell in "Walker, Texas Ranger" in 1993. Played Charlie in "The Only Thrill" in 1997. Played Messenger Kelly in "Two for Texas" in 1998. Played Middle Aged Fan in "Varsity Blues" in 1999. Played Nick in "A Face to Kill for" in 1999. Played himself in "Now with Bill Moyers" in 2002. Played Bullhorn Protester in "The Life of David Gale" in 2003. Played Judge Mac in "Mulberry Stains" in 2012. Played Ray in "Heebie Jeebies" in 2013. Played Fisher Man in "Helen Alone" in 2014.
What are the ratings and certificates for Heebie Jeebies - 2005 V?
Heebie Jeebies - 2005 V is rated/received certificates of: USA:R
What actors and actresses appeared in Heebie Jeebies - 2010?
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What gives Louis the heebie jeebies?
brussel sprouts
Which food gives Louis the heebie jeebies?
Baked Beans
What food gives Louis the heebie jeebies?
brussel sprouts
What are the release dates for Heebie Jeebies - 2013 TV?
Heebie Jeebies - 2013 TV was released on: USA: 9 February 2013 (revised date) Sweden: 18 February 2014
What are the release dates for Flip or Flop - 2013 The Foreclosure Heebie-Jeebies 1-13?
Flip or Flop - 2013 The Foreclosure Heebie-Jeebies 1-13 was released on: USA: May 2013
What actors and actresses appeared in The Heebie-Jeebies - 2013?
The cast of The Heebie-Jeebies - 2013 includes: Brendan Mulhern as Dad Katie Preisig as Mom Liam Slawsby as Liam Lyla Slawsby as Lyla
What food gets Louis from one direction the heebie jeebies?
Baked Beans
What does jibihibi mean?
NOT TELLING!!!TEEHEE!! NOT TELLING!!!TEEHEE!!
What are abdabs?
Abdabs is a state of nervousness or terror, a slang term similar to the heebie-jeebies.
What does heebie-jeebies mean?
It means an uncomfortable feeling, either because of drink or drugs, or because of depression or the effect of a depressing person or place.eg your brother's so depressing that he gives me the heebie-jeebies^Above is the modern usage. The origin of the term was actually an anti-Semitic slur. It meant "the sickening, creeped-out feeling you get when in the presence of a Hebrew (Jew)." The "Hebrew Jitters" became "heebie-jeebies."^^Horsefeathers.The phrase heebie-jeebies was invented by comic writer Billy de Beck in 1923 while writing the strip Barney Google. He also coined the phrase 'hotsy totsy' and 'horsefeathers', meaning something nonsensical. This is borne out in any online etymology dictionary.
