Speak Like a Trucker: Can You Pass the Slang Quiz?

If one trucker tells another he has a "black eye," what does he mean by that?

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Correct Incorrect At night, a trucker might not notice a headlight is out until it gets dark. Many truckers look out for each other and will notify another driver if they see something wrong with their vehicle—like a "black eye" (a broken headlight). This not only poses safety risks but could also lead to fines from law enforcement."

If one trucker tells another he has a "black eye," what does he mean by that?

• He looks tired.
• His tire tread is about to come off.
• His headlight is out.
• His load is about to come loose.