don't feed the troll(s)

don't feed the troll(s)

slang Do not engage with or pay attention to a person in an online forum, social media platform, etc., who intentionally attempts to antagonize or provoke others. A: "Can you believe this clown? Why are they writing such nasty stuff on this thread?" B: "Don't feed the troll, dude. They're just looking for attention."
See also: feed
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • troll
  • DNFTT
  • DFTT
  • trollkin
  • turn the other way
  • low-key
  • fourth wall joke
  • 4th
  • I like pie
  • eavesdrop on