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What is the meaning of "my ride or die" here? And when is this expression used a lot?

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Rebecca

"Ride or die" is a slang term that refers to someone who is extremely loyal and will be there for you no matter what. It's usually used to describe someone like a boyfriend, girlfriend, or best-friend. This term is usually used by people in the hip-hop community, but is not commonly used in general.

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