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Netflix Syndrome

A chronic condition where one is unable to make a definitive decision when presented with an abundance of options.

Alvin: What would you like to eat? Chinese, Italian, Indian, Sushi, Mexican, Tex-Mex...

Dani: I don't know! There are too many options. You decide for me.

Alvin: You are officially diagnosed with Netflix Syndrome.

by arfy900 April 20, 2016


Netflix Syndrome

The Netflix Syndrome occurs when an organization changes its business model or key premise without consulting its customer base, taking a extremely successful business model down the tubes.

Refers to the changes in programming, pricing, and fundamental business model of Netflix; and how they experienced severe backlash from their customers, which ultimately broke the near monopoly Netflix had on the streaming video business.

"I think it's a bad idea to re-brand ourselves right now; we'll only experience Netflix Syndrome."

by Mak Leto February 2, 2012

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Netflix Syndrome

Occurs when an organization changes its business model or key premise without consulting its customer/donor base, taking an extremely successful business model down the tubes.

A certain nonprofit organization is experiencing netflix syndrome. They are jeopardizing their fundraising by alienating multiple demographic groups by discontinuing their funding for low cost mammograms.

by Questioning Corporate Ethics February 2, 2012

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Netflix Withdrawal Syndrome

The feeling of utter loss and depression one feels after finishing all the episodes of a really good show on Netflix

When I finished watching every second of 'Friends", I was at a loss. Must be a pretty severe case of Netflix Withdrawal Syndrome

by AnAngryMongoose February 25, 2016


Netflix Withdrawal Syndrome

An affliction that is not officially recognized, but can be self diagnosed easily. If you haven't watched Netflixin in more than 14 hours give or take you may experience chills, fevers, pain, sweats, nausea, vomiting, irritability, sudden fits of rage, among multiple other symptoms. There is no known cure. However, the symptoms or best treated by watching a quick 20-22 minute episode of a good show on Netflix. More episodes/movies may be needed.

I get motion sickness on planes and boats, but I don't like telling people that cause so I tell them I suffer from Netflix Withdrawal Syndrome, really just a great excuse for why I am sick.

by SpartnMarine June 28, 2014

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The Netflix Syndrome

The Netflix syndrome occurs when storywriters try pushing Representation movements (such as LGBTQ+, BIPOC, etc. ) instead of following the original story/ script. As a result, The piece of media comes off as inaccurate or with several unexplained plot holes.

-Did you know that Velma from Scooby Doo is a lesbian in the most recent show?
- Wow! That's literally the netflix syndrome!

by Alexandru Ioan Cuza January 10, 2024


Netflix Syndrome

To think you know everything about a subject after watching one Netflix documentary.

John has Netflix Syndrome after watching food Inc. and keeps telling everyone to be a vegan.

by chazzmaniandevil January 4, 2020