Meaning of "denial phase before becoming a fan"
a transitional state in which someone has started to like a certain subject, especially a celebrity or character, but is still unwilling to admit it and keeps denying it
"At first they said they weren't really interested, but now they only look up that singer's videos, so they're clearly in the full-on denial phase before becoming a fan."
Related slang words
Album full of hidden gemsA phrase meaning an album whose overall quality and enjoyment are outstanding not only for the title track but for every song included, making the whole tracklist worth recommendingA song you secretly listen to because the lyrics are cringey or the concept feels awkwardA song you listen to in secret because you don’t like the lyrics or the concept feels embarrassingUnofficial merchRefers to unofficial merchandise that fans plan, produce, distribute, or sell themselves without official authorization.Poka-gangThe act of opening an album or package to check the randomly included photocards, hoping and guessing that your bias will appearOtakuA term referring to someone deeply immersed in a specific field who passionately explores related knowledge and hobbies, or a noun used to describe someone with a strong affinity for Japanese subcultureTicket snipingThe act or strategy of trying to book quickly in the early morning, aiming for when canceled tickets are released againTicketing warThe act of repeatedly waiting and trying at the ticket sales opening time to get tickets for performances or events that often sell out and are highly competitive.TicketingThe act of reserving or securing admission tickets for concerts, performances, etc., online or on-site.