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Welcome to the internet, a place to find like-minded people no matter what your background is. Sounds fun, right? Sadly, it can become quite toxic. And we're the ones to blame for it. Racism, misogyny, classism; all of society's wounds fester online just as much as they do in real life.

However, being insulting and mean often comes right back to bite you. Amongst the most impressive ways to fight internet trolls is by using the epic art of the comeback. Fierce, well-constructed, and piercingly accurate arguments end up in the subreddit called Murdered By Words. This community with over 2.6M members is the place where verbal assassins cut right through the BS and share some of the best burns.

When you’re done scrolling through this list, you’ll find some more inspiration for savage comebacks by checking out Bored Panda’s previous posts on the subreddit here, here, and here.

#1

F***ing Dumb Is An Understatement

F***ing Dumb Is An Understatement

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A while back, Bored Panda talked to the mods of r/MurderedByWords who said that "a murder should (but doesn't always have to) be more than a quick response or retort. The best murders are well-constructed, thought-out responses that leave the opening argument completely without any ability to reply.“

And there's more than one way to crush your opponent verbally. A burn or “a quick rapier thrust or stab to the heart (a short, swift reply) can be just as deadly as a drawn-out murder, and you'll frequently see both types in this sub," the moderator explained. And as you can guess, put-downs shared in this group might be some of the most enjoyable one-liners in human history.

But when you end up in the middle of a heated argument, emotions can take over. Especially if the person you're disagreeing with is sticking to an opinion that's just nonsense. So having in mind the rise in the number of flat earthers and anti-vaxxers, staying civil on the internet these past years can seem like an impossible task.

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    #2

    Satanists Just Don't Acknowledge Religions

    Satanists Just Don't Acknowledge Religions

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    And while ruthless put-downs seem entertaining in the online world, other principles apply when you're arguing with someone in real life. To find out more about how to deal with those who mock you, Bored Panda reached out to Neel Burton, M.D., a psychiatrist, philosopher and author of Heaven and Hell: The Psychology of the Emotions.

    Burton is doubtful that throwing put-downs to the mockers actually make us feel better. "Someone who's insulting you is already in a weak position—or why would they be insulting you—so it would be unkind to shatter them completely. If you respond with compassionate silence, the message will be both stronger and kinder,“ he advised.

    #3

    Murdered And Exposed And Torn Asunder...

    Murdered And Exposed And Torn Asunder...

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    Meeple13
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish that green was wrong... this inequality is something that needs to be changed in the world.

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    #4

    Deserved It

    Deserved It

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    River Webb
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what did she expect in a gender neutral bathroom? men lining up and waiting for her until she finishes using the bathroom?

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    Clinical psychotherapist Eva Jajonie agrees with this line of thinking, and offers this explanation as to why the desire to offend someone is a sign of vulnerability: "When suppressed concerns and feelings, such as lack of self-esteem; self-defeating thoughts and behaviors; guilt; and anger, for example, are not treated or dealt with, the person uses insults to unleash anger, to escape dealing with the pain or trauma experienced.”

    #5

    See Ya, Wouldn't Wanna Be Ya

    See Ya, Wouldn't Wanna Be Ya

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    #6

    Say Her Name

    Say Her Name

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    Now that we know someone who is taking a cheap shot at you isn't that much of a threat, another thing to consider is status. According to Burton, we should try to keep our integrity: "If you engage the insulter on their own level, you are bringing yourself down and giving their insult far too much legitimacy.“ Staying levelheaded during an argument is not easy, but can be learned with practice. Like, try to notice when the adrenaline starts kicking in stopping it. Or take some deep breaths to remain calm, whatever method works for you.

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    #7

    What Did You Do?

    What Did You Do?

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    KJ
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a moronic comment from Goel, clearly doesn't know who he is critisising.

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    #8

    Science Is Hard

    Science Is Hard

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    Meeple13
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just learned that IV drips contain a body-altering substance called 'vitamins'. All people who died had at some stage consumed vitamins. Never using IV drips again.

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    But when you hear ignorant slurs, it's often difficult to just stand by. Here's where using humor can be extremely effective. "A good comeback is one that the insulter can also laugh at. It should not be too devastating. Ideally, it should be tangential, maybe even absurd,“ Burton explained. If your reply is funny, well-timed and well delivered, it can diffuse the tension of the situation and undercut the mockery.

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    #10

    The Call Is Coming From Inside The House

    The Call Is Coming From Inside The House

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    The Scout
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a Non-American, I am still struggling hard to understand why everything that even remotely resembles a working social system is condsidered communism... It works in nearly every other country, with such side effects as keeping criminality low, eliminating the need for guns, raising the statistical life expectancy.

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    It's So Obvious And They Still Miss It

    It's So Obvious And They Still Miss It

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    LuckyL
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What I love most as an answer for this kind of questions is - so why do you wear glasses/pants/shoes - that's not how good created you

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    To make the web a kinder and safer place, do an ethical 'gut test' before sharing, commenting, or posting. Just remember, the Murdered By Words community is always watching and no insults or cruel comments get past their sharp eyes.

    #14

    Shoot Like A Girl

    Shoot Like A Girl

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    #15

    I Will Leave This Kind Of Debate To You People

    I Will Leave This Kind Of Debate To You People

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    River Webb
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    no genuinely nice, good person will care. the negative comments will come from jerks

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    There Is Nothing Inherently Great About Any Country

    There Is Nothing Inherently Great About Any Country

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    River Webb
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    are you serious? its not like people go "huh I think I want to be born in a terrible country, try to escape, but end up locked up instead. yes that sounds like a perfect life"

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    Cognitive Dissonance (He Left Me On Seen Btw)

    Cognitive Dissonance (He Left Me On Seen Btw)

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    #19

    Some People Really Need To Stop Thinking About A Damn Rock

    Some People Really Need To Stop Thinking About A Damn Rock

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    troufaki13
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, why do men choose to stay with this kind of women?

    Sue Lynn Chan
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would marry someone who proposed to me with my favorite food

    Casey McAlister
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Diamonds are overrated. There are much more affordable rocks that look prettier anyway. And you can propose without a ring at all.

    Beth Sito
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am plenty happy with my 20 dollar sterling silver wedding band, it has held up well over the past 13 years. :)

    Monic Krugell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have the tiniest ring, but it belonged to my husband's grandmother who raised him. His grandfather and her lived in poverty and he went through great lengths just to be able to buy this tiny rings with a tiny diamond that has granny's pride and joy. I feel absolutely honored to wear her ring and would not exchange it for any larger shinier ring ever. Besides that - we saved enough to have a Honeymoon that we will remember for every.

    Christopher Walkies
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay. But "dear greedy c***ts"? If you're straight up addressing strangers like this, please 'reevaluate' your life and maybe lay off the social media.

    Jon S.
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know if this is relevant, but it's quite a common phrase in the UK and Australia. It doesn't have the same kind of misogynist connotations as the USA.

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    Tamra Stiffler
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never had an engagement ring. We were young, didn't have much money, and an expensive ring just wasn't a priority. Still married, 33 years later.

    Wondering Alice
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got an engagement ring on about our 5th anniversary. It's priority level was so low, we both just forgot. He got me the biggest one he thought I'd ware (not very big) and I never had heart to tell him it was still a very low priority. Been together over 20 years.

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    Raven DeathShade
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, yeah. I'd accept. Only person who would be proposing to me is logically someone I would love and want to marry. Doesn't matter if he gives me that or goes the Bill and Ted route.

    River Webb
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    no rock would be able to match the size of those types of people's ego

    Lucy Shupe
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get really sick of the ads at Mother’s Day and Christmas showing women oohing and aahing over diamonds. These ads make it look like that’s all we as women give a damn about. I love jewelry too, but I would love to see an ad of a man washing dishes or doing the laundry as a “gift”.

    Lena Flising
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I proposed to my now-husband, and we went and bought rings together. We're still together 32 years later, as our relationship is not built on tiny shiny rocks, but on mutual respect and love.

    BetweenTheCracks
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No rocks?? Don't let a penguin hear you say that! (I kid... happy upcoming 33rd anniversary, whenever it is)

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    Llama_flower93
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was so eager for my now husband to propose I said he could do it with a string and I wouldn't care. And I was serious. He was the one saying he wanted to get something better than a string for me. Lol. I love him. That's the point.

    Hot Babushka
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Personally, I would love a small, simple ring like this. Who tf needs a whole BOULDER on their finger? When people are ungrateful about presents, especially engagement rings, it just reeks of entitlement to me. The only valid excuse is if someone bought something specifically that they knew the receiver won't like.

    Rachel Else
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was proposed to with no diamond. You marry the man, not the rock

    A Jones
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I be happy being proposed with a high-five. It's all about the relationship, not the bling.

    Pumpkin Spice
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, I would marry him! I dated him! He PROPOSED! WITH A RING! I would honestly expect a Cheeto Puff in the box, of course I'm marrying him!

    StrawberryParfait
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! Onion rings are also perfectly acceptable as a ring of engagment too! As is the ring around the bathtub!

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    Jayne Kyra
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A man could propose to me with a Ring Pop and I would be delighted that someone wants to spend their life with me.

    Something
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If he knows you want to be proposed to with a ring pop, that's great. But if you expected something else, that would make it an insult.

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    Triv
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And then bitch finds out the rest of the ring looks something like this: https://www.zales.com/productimages/processed/V-20290031_0_400.jpg?&wmSkipNextPwamp=true&returnappshell=false

    Bill Karp
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's not the size of the ring, but the heart it connects too.

    Marcellus II
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agree --- he should have given at least one size up if not two; see how tight it is? And with age your fingers definitely swell (as they anyway do summer vs winter). Rest of ring is OK.

    Laura Watts
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely a marriage is more than a piece of jewellery and a wedding

    Ivana
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got my engagement ring after being married for 5 years. I love it. The best things in life are worth waiting for.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would accept even if he proposed with only a cigar band! Damn materialistic people. Looks aren't important, money isn't important.

    Nikki Sevven
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly, the whole idea of an engagement ring smacks of marking your property...and women are not property.

    Ryan Deschanel
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't accept, but not because of the price, because it is so small the blood won't flow and your finger will die.

    Bepina
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really don't get why it is expected that men have to spend a couple of monthly salaries for a piece of rock in order to prove something that is not tangible, to prove their emotional affection that stands as the opposite of materialism. So, yeah, love cannot be bought, it's more valuable than anything physical, but if I don't get an overpriced carbon in a shape of a transparent rock I'm supposed to be very very disappointed - like wtf?

    MilaFi
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't need a ring at all, just the proposal would be good enough for me, thanks.

    Roxy Eastland
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I still don't get why women want to be marked as 'owned'. This is such an outdated practice. If both wore engagement rings that would be cute and a celebration of the relationship.

    Servali
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Huh, TIL men don't wear engagement rings. I had always thought that both would have engagement ring but I have never paid enough attention to notice either way. About the picture; I would accept if I felt we were ready for marriage but I would absolutely change the ring unless it was an heirloom. I would never use a ring with a raised gem (I'm not sure what the correct term is, english is not my first language) because it would get caught in everything and just cause problems. Besides I love the look of "flat" rings with some beautiful decorative engravings. If I had to get a gem, it would probably be some blue gem because I love blue.

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    Tenacious Squirrel
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really don’t get why people equate a material item (a ring) to love. It’s irrelevant.

    MyOpinionHasBeenServed
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A small ring would be very welcome on my finger. Much easier to do tasks with than having some big rock snag on everything and scratch.

    Dill
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I only put mine on when I'm going out - it's not a diamond and the stone isn't quite as robust (7 on the Mohs scale) and so I'm definitely not doing housework etc with it on!

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    María Hermida
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MTV programmes are superficial and materialistic, making your people believe love and money are the same thing: the bigger the ring, the more he loves you.

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    Oly-babe
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    9 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My ring is morganite. It’s pretty pale pink & it means “stone of divine love” or something. I almost went with moonstone. I didn’t want & couldn’t afford a blood diamond. Besides it’s about the marriage not the ring or wedding. I’ve been with my partner 10+ years now & we just had a baby 🥰

    Bingyu Hu
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    easy, lose some weight, and you'll be able to accept it GUYS YOUR BFs LUV U

    My True Form, Apparently
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No. I am a minor. When I am an adult…depends on who. And if I even want to get married, but the ring does not matter.

    Abigail Hill
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Greediness aside this is a pretty ring, not stupid or expensive looking and flashy, honestly much nicer in my opinion

    Lea S.
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only thing I need to accept proposal is to love and be loved. I don't wear rings so that meaningless money pit would mean nothing to me.

    Eglė Bukauskaitė
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    .... no because a) ring is hideous (not because of "rock" - the overral design) ; b) i hate rings in general. I'd say yes with a contract of not wearing rings 😂

    Suzanne Haigh
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would not wish to become engaged with that ring purely because I do Not like it. When I get engaged it would be nice to have something that is my choice.

    Hyde and Seek
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hells yeah,if I love the guys I'm accepting even if it's a damn ring pop

    Wednesday
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sure... I'm not marrying a ring, I'm marrying a man. Mine proposed without a ring... we still got married. In fact, mathing - hold please - all together, including wedding rings our wedding cost $175...

    Corgi
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If anyone proposed to me sincerely, I wouldn't care if he got the ring from a quarter machine! It's only a symbol

    Patricia Kasprowski
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I not only got engaged without an engagement ring, but married with a simple gold band. The engagement ring and accompanying matching wedding band came when we could afford it. Was a total surprise to me on our 15th anniversary. Now that's romance!

    Si
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh great another chance to undermine stuff women like

    James Pasquini
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once worked for a company that told us, "No Christmas bonuses this year because money is tight. Then the owner's son (who had a cushy office job next to daddy) comes in and shows us the engagement ring he just bought for his fiance. He even said daddy gave him most of the money for it. His poor fiance's left shoulder is going to hang lower by the weight of that stone! We were pretty teed off, but congratulated him anyway.

    Riley Quinn
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When will people accept this whole "diamond" fallacy is the direct result of DeBeers advertisements? If the diamond is more important than the goodness of the prospective life together, then women should just buy their own diamonds and be done with the romantic BS.

    Annamay Gambino
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've been married for 47 years without an engagement ring. You know what I do have? A man who has spent this 47 years taking really good care of his.mother, his grandmother, my kids, our kids, grandkids....

    backatya
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That dude should rethink who's he asking. He'll be lucky if she says no with her materialistic mind

    RoseAnne Hutchence
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This whole "ring" thing has always seemed like bribery to me. It's as if he (or she) is saying, "If you agree to marry me I'll give you this ...."

    Momogi
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh dear, you can have the biggest rock in the world but it doesn't guarantee your happiness. Pick a man who is responsible and not just how rich they are.

    WA2DK
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd rather have a small simple stone, than some huge block of cement on my finger.

    Karis Ravenhill
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd say no, sorry, not because i view the ring as not enough value to propose to me with, but because it clearly shows the proposer is not financially viable enough to become part of a partner-unit. That might sound callous, but after 20years of boyfriends/husband, i've realized men who put this little effort in for a relationship milestone, are going to expect me to do EVERYTHING in the future, including taking care of the man-child that he is, and i'll also be expected to be the breadwinner, run a household, do all the chores, while he sits there playing Xbox and scratching his balls and doing absolutely nothing for me in the entire relationship. Been there, done that, never again. Some things are red flags. This is one.

    Droopsnoot
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My question was, why a he? I like women and I often feel left out by stuff like this. Also, that's a tiny rock

    Sasha
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I keep so much stuff like jewlery and accessories that are not my thing, but god damn it, it was a gift from a loved one im wearing it. Mom once bought me a hat i really wanted. It wore it a lot, so it became a bit ragged, mom was like throw it out, NO YOU GAVE IT TO ME.

    Shane S
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m really sorry my straight male friends. The pressure to buy a real, big diamond sucks.

    Ari Trionfo
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My boyfriend could propose to me with a bag of Skittles and I'd say yes

    Abigail Hill
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aside from the main point that's a super pretty ring and I'd honestly prefer that over some huge pointless stone any day

    Myst Edenflower
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I didn't get an engagement ring. Been married 18 years and it still doesn't matter

    PixxelDust
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldnt turn it down cause it doesnt have a big diamond, but it looks wayyy too small for that poor person's finger (like too tight i mean)

    Snooky Shirt
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't even need a ring like if I really love someone and they can't afford anything, go ahead idc

    Little king trash mouth
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True story. My cousin rejected the ring her (then) fiancé proposed with. I never saw it but she told me it "wasn't acceptable." They're married now and I don't speak to that side of the family anymore for a whole host of other reasons. They're terrible people.

    Vladimíra Matejová
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would you buy a ring with such a small diamond that it isnt even visible? Why not rather buy a nice zirconium instead? I will never understand why americans are so obsessed with diamond wedding rings. Also I wouldnt wear an expensive ring i would be afraid to be robbed, even have my finger chopped off with the ring on it...I know I probably watch too much TV, but still. I wouldnt feel comfortable. I could just loose it

    Enby.Minecraft.Bee.
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would rather he just gets no diamond. He doesnt have to waste money on a ring. He could treat himself :)

    Nubis Knight
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If he's the one I'd marry him if it's a silverfoil Ring from a chewing gum.

    bdunbar@kcls.org
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's about the size of my promise ring my husband of 40 years got me on Mother's day a very long time ago. I still love it and oh yeah, our son helped pick it out. They also came home with a new washing machine. That's true love.

    Eb
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Traditionally the man doesn't hold out a ring when he proposes as either he looks too confident or (worse) that he thinks she's mercenary enough to be convinced by a ring! They should choose it together later.

    Dill
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I definitely prefer the idea of choosing it together - as long as the future ring-wearer isn't going with huge expectations that exceed the ability to pay for it.

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    Buren
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't get why people still worship those not-rare-scam-sparkling rocks.

    Ziiiiiing
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bought a cheap shitty ring to propose with and then we went ring shopping once she'd accepted.

    kit kat
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Haha my engagement ring had diamond FLECKS. I said yes of course because I loved him so much and just wanted to be married forever to him. Later on he bought me a beautiful giant diamond ring when we were better off because he wanted me to blind people with it lol

    Tee Witt
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do not like that ring, one little bit. Nothing to do with size or even the stone, just do not like it.

    Rosemarie Fritzell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly, my partner could propose to me with a wire shaped into an circle and I’d still say yes if I liked them.

    Mazer
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My friend just dumped her man. He saved her ass when she was facing financial ruin and homelessness, treated her like a Queen and he rejected him once she got up on her feet. He is a kabillionaire snd one of the nicest East most down to earth people I know

    Carol Emory
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You could go back to an era where parents would arrange the marriages of their daughters to men twice their age because they had money. It would also be the time frame when women weren't allowed to own anything and could not refuse to put out for their husband but, eh, as long as their rich. Am I right? (Golddiggers)

    Something
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not about the ring, though. If he knows that she doesn't like that ring, but he proposes with it anyway, he's showing that he doesn't care about or respect her wishes.

    Baby Panda
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i don't plan on ever getting married but i would accept a thin aluminum band

    Dill
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only downside to that would be the very bendability of aluminium. It's a soft metal. There are others which are more robust but just as reasonably priced. However, if the ring is one you like then it is entirely up to you.

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    Katherine Boag
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean id go change the ring cause ew diamonds, but im the one who proposed so *shrug*

    Aileen Grist
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd ask him if we could take it back and get something cheaper in silver. I don't like gold and all mined diamonds are blood diaonds to me - but there again he'd already know that - and know I didn't want a rock anyway

    ZAPanda
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    question for ME is why does the woman get the ring with the gem in it? Not that I want one, but it's weirdly gendered. Apart from the bizarre materialism and coveting a thing that was procured through violence.

    Dill
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Before the 1930s, there was a law called the “Breach of Promise to Marry”. At that time in history, it was very important that a woman was a virgin before she got married. It was also very common for couples to fool around after they were engaged – but before the wedding. This became a big problem if the man decided to leave before tying the knot, leaving the bride-to-be behind as “damaged goods”. The Breach of Promise to Marry allowed women to sue if this happened, giving them some security in the event of a breakup. That is, until they repealed the law. With the law gone, future brides needed something else to keep as collateral in case their man left them. So, wedding rings started to get more and more expensive and include various gemstones - rubies, emeralds and sapphires being among the more popular until De Beers and their famous advertising campaign. So it had its roots in protection for the woman. Now it's just 'tradition' which is rarely a good reason.

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    Gin Marie
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Um, "Dear greedy c***s," ? This is probably incel group and this guy could offer a rock the size of Everest and no woman would take him because he gives off "future school shooter" vibes. I don't say "workplace shooter" because I doubt he has a job and kids are easier to scare than adults.

    StrawberryParfait
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    Lol, oh this again. If a man thinks that his fiance is not worth giving a ring of actual value to when she wants a ring with actual value, then he either a) does not feel that she is worth the investment, or b) cannot afford to get married and provide for a family. Don't fall for this gaslighting, ladies. The fact of the matter is, a man who loves you will want to make you happy, and will recognize everything you bring to his life. If you want a nice ring, he will get you one, and not call you a greedy c**t for wanting one. Don't fall for this nonsense that resentful woman-hating dudes with no coins (but gladly find the coins to spend on their video game hobby), are trying to get you to believe. A man with any pride would be embarrassed for people see this ridiculous costume jewellery on his fiancee's finger as the engagement ring he gave to her.

    Dill
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing to do with what a person is worth!! Why tie that to the cost of the ring being gifted? Rather shallow. People like and value different things. If a more expensive ring can't be afforded maybe there are other priorities for the couple? A home, the things that go in a home. Not everyone wants children either. Don't assume. If two people agree they want to go the route of an expensive ring that's fine, I'm very fond of gemstone jewellery personally, but it has absolutely nothing to do with someone's value and anyone who thinks so has a skewed idea of what matters.

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    Loty
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    I love it. Where are "feminists" when men are forced by the societal pressure into spending vast sums of hard earned money on stupid things like engagement rings?

    H Edwards
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure that women who demand enormous engagement rings aren't identifying as feminists. I'm a feminist and I certainly don't want a diamond.

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    Had an entire conversation with a coworker about this. He's very convinced if he lost everything tomorrow, he'd be back to fine within a year. I countered with, so you'd just go out and get another job huh? Where are you going to shower? Where are you going to sleep? What are you going to eat? How would you get to that job? What clothes do you think you'll be wearing to that job?

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I fully understand how offensive the "n-word" is in the USA (for historical reasons and all), but Americans also need to understand that in other countries/cultures/languages it is not considered an offensive word (or it's just mildly offensive). It's unrealistic to expect everyone in the world to follow your cultural norms.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Accurate. In the U.S., studies show that Black and white people use drugs at roughly the same rates, but Black people are 2-11 times more likely to be arrested for it, depending on the state. If you live in a state that has legalized marijuana but hasn't committed to reevaluating the sentences for people in prison for marijuana-related convictions, I hope you call your politicians and speak out.

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    Helen Haley
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this idiot trying to draw a comparison from forced child marriage to equal marriage rights between two consenting adults? I just can't deal with that level of stupid. Even if that was what was in the picture, the comparison is just so very absurd.

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    my birth control are pretty great for my health though :D good skin, easy periods and less stress is good for both mental and physical wellbeing

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    I would love to see the boss explaining this to the shift leader.

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    I've never seen a phrase so perfectly formulated to cause maximum damage and also compliment

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would any young woman want to help you run your imaginary ‘kingdom’?

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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    Andy Acceber
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gender is how you feel in your soul. Heck, if in your soul, you feel you are a dolphin and every day you want to commit to being a dolphin, be seen as a dolphin, and be treated as a dolphin, go for it buddy. I expect you'll quickly realize gender isn't a game and it's more complicated than you thought.

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    Axlemunshine 001
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People like that will never admit to be in the wrong. They are always the victim, even when they exert violence on someone else (Says "See what you made me do!?" while beating up someone)

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The company i work for has 240,000 employees and said "you don't get vaccinated by Nov 18th, you're fired" and i think that is wonderful.

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    I I
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    imagine the good that 750billion could do , if we spent less trying to kill each other and more trying to help each other the world would be so much better

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    Candia Lee
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My sister tried to do this with washing the dishes, but mom was smart and just made her wash them again.

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    lol i had leave from my office bedroom so i could go to my kitchen and see my kids

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's one of the things I love about LOTR, the fact that the final conflict with the One Ring is complex, and not a "fairy tale ending". (But yeah, Sam is the real hero of the War of the Ring.)

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    Goth mouse (they/them)
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are so many people comparing it to nazis??? in the history I learned they murdered people not vaccinated them against disease 😳

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    Axlemunshine 001
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plus you would only have succeeded to make life more difficult to a minimum wage worker, not teaching a life lesson to Sainsbury's CEO, that frankly, couldn't give a rat'ss ass about your opinion.

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's the kind of life I would love to live one day. Being self sufficient, growing and raising my own food. I personally couldn't do the killing myself though. I would hire someone to do it or hubby can.

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    Andy Acceber
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where I live, it's illegal to discriminate your hiring based on gender. On top of fixing all the red flags in this post, don't be a sexist d**k.

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    Yeah, what we do with your product once we buy it is none of your business.

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    Andy Acceber
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, if you want to commit to extreme social distancing and zero human connection until COVID is eliminated, I suppose that is a choice. I'm not sure it's possible. But if you have absolutely no human interaction, I think I'm okay with you, alone in your cabin, not being vaccinated. You have no chance of catching the virus or passing it on.

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    It really sounds like gardening is the answer to this problem.

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