What does BOL mean?
Definition, Use Cases, Examples

BOL Meaning

BOL stands for Burst Out Laughing or Best Of Luck.

BOL is an internet slang initialism that can mean something provoked you to laugh spontaneously, or it can be used to wish someone well in an endeavor.

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How is BOL used? Use Cases & Examples

The slang expression BOL has two predominant meanings: to express hilarity and to express good wishes. Even though multiple meanings of initialisms can be confusing, context of the conversation will easily reveal which meaning is appropriate.

Examples of how your teen might use the slang term BOL:

-Grandma taught me how to do the Twist!
-BOL dying!

-A dog walked into church this morning and started howling during the hymn! bol

-Playoffs start tomorrow.
-Hope you win BOL

-I’m so worried about this AP exam.
-You’ll kill it! BOL

How to Identify if your child is using the BOL slang word

You might learn your child is using this slang term by chance when a text pops up on the phone screen. But while the slang term BOL is harmless, other teenage slang terms could indicate that your teen is talking about risky behaviors or communicating with potentially dangerous people.

Having a parental control app on your child’s phone will give you peace of mind by alerting you to your child’s exposure to risks encountered on their phone. With a parental control app installed on your child’s phone, you have the control to set alerts to help your teen avoid the pitfalls of predators, drug dealers, and other negative influences. Having the ability to vary the level of monitoring gives you the power to choose what is right for your child, and these levels can be adjusted easily at any time.

How to talk with your child about use of the BOL slang word

One of the hardest feats to accomplish is not laughing in a serious situation when something funny happens or when you’re just feeling extra nervous. Even though it can be a real problem, stories of laughter are always fun to talk about. The teenage slang expression BOL gives you the opportunity to discuss some of those entertaining situations.

Here are some starters for talking about infamous BOL scenarios with your teen:

  • What’s the worst predicament you’ve been in when you were trying not to laugh?
  • Why do you think it’s so easy to get tickled when you know you’re supposed to be serious?
  • Do you have a startegy for making yourself stop laughing such as pinching yourself or thinking about a sad memory?
  • Do you ever have the opposite reaction of crying in happy situations?

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