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To give a half assed, lethargic effort that usually results in miserable failure.
The pylon gave it a Phaneuf effort to check the offensive player by falling over his own feet and allowing the other team a goal.
An NHL hockey player who plays for the Calgary Flames. He is a Defence man. He kicks ass. he checks A lot of people, Fights a lot, And still manages to score goals. he wears number 4 and is the future of the flames.
Christian: "yo rick did you see Dion Phaneufs Check on Saku Koivu Last night"? Rick: "damn Straight"
its when you masterbate using baked goods ie. bagels, croissants and other pastries.
I just spent 5 minutes phaneuf time with a chocolate glazed donut.