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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Carsen Holaday

What is the ‘French fries’ code word on Love Island USA?

  • New lingo, "French fries," has emerged on Love Island USA as a discreet way for contestants to discuss sexual activity on television.
  • Kenzie Annis admitted to "getting some French fries" with Corbin Mims after other cast members noticed suspicious noises during the night.
  • The term "French fries" is implied to refer to manual or oral sex , allowing contestants to talk about intimacy without being explicit.
  • Narrator Iain Stirling humorously predicted that many viewers would Google the meaning of "French fries sex."
  • This practice is not new to the Love Island franchise, with past seasons using terms like "journeys" and Love Island UK using "full English breakfast" for similar purposes.

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Love Island USA contestants are using ‘French fries’ as a sexual code word — here’s what it means

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