Have you ever seen a slang phrase you didn't know on Surfwinsocial media? It seems new ones are popping up every day.
What about at your job? Sometimes, abbreviated terms can make their way into the workplace. While they help shorten conversation, their meanings are not always obvious.
"ICYMI", USA TODAY has been breaking down text slang. We've already covered various explainers on different phrases, such as "AFK" and "IMO".
Now, it's time to learn a new one. Here is the meaning and how to use "OOO".
"OOO" stands for "out of office." Often used in business settings, the term notifies coworkers, clients or employees that you cannot be reached. It can be used while messaging, such as via Slack or Teams, or emailing.
It signals that someone is not working and will be unavailable for a period of time because they are on vacation, are sick or away for whatever reason.
Here are some examples of how to use "OOO:"
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