The “Iorgu Iordan – Alexandru Rosetti” Institute of Linguistics of the Romanian Academy has responded to a public controversy sparked by online posts concerning the appearance of the noun “supat” (meaning “upset”). The institute acknowledged the widespread discussion, humorously noting the debate unfolded “literally, ‘under the bed’”. They felt compelled to clarify the situation, indicating the word’s history is more extensive than the recent online agitation suggests. The controversy originated on social media platforms in Romania, prompting the institute’s formal response. Further details regarding the word’s origins and linguistic context are expected to be released by the Institute. This reaction highlights the growing intersection between linguistic study and public discourse in Romania.