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SNAFU

What Does SNAFU Mean in a Text?

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The Quick Answer

When used in a text, SNAFU means "Situation Normal, All F**ked Up (military)". While this is its most common meaning in texting, be aware that it is a rare term, and it might mean something else. If our meaning does not fit, give the context of your conversation a name (e.g., love, sport, space, astronomy) and include it in your search term.

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meaning of SNAFU

"Situation Normal, All F**ked Up (military)"

Summary of Key Points

"Situation Normal, All F**ked Up (military)" is, by far, the most common meaning for SNAFU when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)
SNAFU
Definition:Situation Normal, All F**ked Up (military)
Type:Acronym
Guessability:guessability level 3
3: Guessable
Typical Users:typical user

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Example of SNAFU Used in a Text

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