The term 'blinker' refers to the act of inhaling from a vape pen or electronic cartridge until the battery's LED light begins to flash, usually after a programmed 10-second cutoff. In internet culture and slang, 'hitting a blinker' has become a rite of passage or a challenge, often associated with humorous consequences like intense coughing or becoming excessively 'faded.' Memes featuring blinkers typically utilize reaction images of people looking dazed, exhausted, or overwhelmed to represent the physical state after such a long hit. The trend gained massive traction on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where users share their experiences and the often-chaotic aftermath of the infamous 10-second pull.