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In life, we all get our chance to shine, like nailing an important presentation at work or leading the football team to victory. Such highs make us want to share our joy with everyone. On the other hand, we also have those embarrassing moments—searching for our keys while holding them or misplacing our groceries.

On such occasions, our common sense takes a backseat, and our brain refuses to function—a brain fart, if you will. But don’t worry, you are not alone. Sometimes, people are hilariously clueless and naive and thankfully, someone captured it on camera.

To help you momentarily forget your goof-ups and lift your spirits, Bored Panda has collected a list of silly things that people have said and done.

#1

Blaming Young People For Being Triggered

Blaming Young People For Being Triggered

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HighNMightyBigshotBossOfWorld
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6 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same sidewalk, cemetery, church, school, neighborhoods, department stores, restaurants, gas stations, supermarkets, colleges etc.etc.etc. Even though those institutions are supported by Black taxes, so yeah...Black people have always subsidized white people by white people giving themselves the majority of the handouts. White people benefit from Black taxes

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#3

Never Get A Tattoo If You Can't Understand What It Says

Never Get A Tattoo If You Can't Understand What It Says

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Have you ever been in a situation where you randomly blank out or end up doing something silly, and wonder, "What was I thinking?" Welcome to the world of brain farts – those awkward moments when our mind stops functioning, leaving us confused and sometimes embarrassed.

Our brains are incredibly complex organs, capable of processing vast amounts of information efficiently. But they experience hiccups from time to time, or 'cognitive dysfunction'.

#5

All Because He Felt Bad He Didn’t Pay Her Enough

All Because He Felt Bad He Didn’t Pay Her Enough

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A brain fart, which can be linked to cognitive dysfunction, perfectly describes those instances when our mental processes seem to malfunction. Thankfully, many of these glitches are quite common and easy to manage.

We can hit a roadblock when our stress levels skyrocket or we are exhausted. This causes our attention to waver and our memory to play hide-and-seek. Picture this: you're working late in the night, trying to finish a last-minute project, and you keep reading the same paragraph over and over again, unable to understand a word of it.

It is hard to concentrate when our brains are pushed to the limit. In order to recharge our batteries, we should indulge in relaxing activities or hit the gym. This will not only soothe our soul but also help kick stress to the curb.

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#9

Ah, Yes, $4k Rent

Ah, Yes, $4k Rent

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ADZ
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another example of how having money doesn't mean you've earned it or have any intelligence.

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#10

Every Job Should Be Appreciated

Every Job Should Be Appreciated

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#12

What Is This New Email You Speak Of?

What Is This New Email You Speak Of?

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In today's fast-paced world filled with distractions, staying focused can be difficult. One moment of distraction, and bam! our train of thought derails, leaving us wondering where it all went wrong. That's the magic (or rather, the mischief) of a brain fart, it sneaks up on us when we least expect it, turning our well-laid plans into hilarious moments.

Participating in meditation events or learning new breathing techniques helps to sharpen our attention and focus on the present moment. In fact, organizational tools such as calendars or to-do lists are a great way to keep your appointments and tasks in check. A structured approach helps prevent those "oops" moments.

#13

Judging A Book By Its Cover

Judging A Book By Its Cover

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#14

Is That Why, Like, 3/4 Of The Population Is Lactose Intolerant?

Is That Why, Like, 3/4 Of The Population Is Lactose Intolerant?

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#15

So Penguins Are Mammals Now

So Penguins Are Mammals Now

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Solidhog
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I worked with teachers for 25 years. Many of them are not as smart as you think.

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While multitasking is impressive, sometimes it's a recipe for disaster. When we attempt to do too many tasks at once, our brains get overwhelmed, like a computer that has too many tabs open. And just like that, we start to lag because of the overload.

To avoid going from lightning-fast to snail's pace, one should focus on one task at a time. When we keep switching between different things, our brains need time to refocus and this prevents us from fully immersing ourselves in the task at hand. It’s harder to achieve meaningful progress while multitasking. So, remember to take a deep breath, and tackle things like the productivity pro you are.

#16

She Doesn't Know What's Coming

She Doesn't Know What's Coming

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James016
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When my wife was giving birth, someone in another room was also giving birth but had refused all pain relief. The screams......

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#17

A Person Who Hacked My Credit Card Emailed Me, Asking Why I Canceled His Flight

A Person Who Hacked My Credit Card Emailed Me, Asking Why I Canceled His Flight

My credit card was hacked. I think the guy did it by hacking my Gmail account because he signed up for Priceline using the Gmail login button.

I called my bank and canceled it. I logged into Priceline to see if I could get any information about the person who booked the flight. I saw I could cancel it for no charge. So I did it because it was going to be faster to get a refund from Priceline than my bank.

Two days later I got this email. It had his photo and phone number. It matched the name on the flight too.

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#18

Excuse Me?

Excuse Me?

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Ge Po
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

never seen your brain either. Can you give me proof?

Maik Vos
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a philosophical stance, through a microscope your observation is mediated. Its fun to discuss stuff like that among philosophy students but yea outside of that setting people will likely think you are an idiot.

Sour Cherry Candy
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Guy's I've never met the president face-to-face, he's a gov conspiracy!!!

Judes
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nothing exists because I can't see anything without my "glasses".

ERMAHGERD DINOSAURS
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5 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s like that guy on another thread wearing a shirt that says “I don’t need a vaccine, I have an immune system.” A fellow snarky, intelligent person counters with “why are you wearing glasses when you have eyes?”

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Mjskywalk
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can totally see bacteria without a microscope. Even in your own fridge…if you leave the leftovers in there long enough.

Rita De Swaef
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess you can’t fix stupid, so let’s hope he/she doesn’t procreate…

María Hermida
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's a "famous" human being in my country (I think he is a human being, but I'm not sure, who is "famous" because he is married to a "famous" "singer") who is histrionically "religious" and speaks about the saints and god as if they had lunch together every day. He says he doesn't believe in the COVID virus because he can't see it, and neither can doctors or scientists. Such a logical, informed, reasonable point of view!

Cyndielouwhoo
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My guess is you're going to need a microscope to see their brain.

Cyndielouwhoo
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6 months ago

I guess since we can't see oxygen with naked eye, we don't breathe it.

mikedtw
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yup, you can use a parasitiscope, a viruscope, and a bacteriascope

Author SJ Baily
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why is "microscope" in quotes? Does the T-Rex poster doubt the existence of them, too?

Ctirad Macháček
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Have you ever seen one without the aid of a microscope? Not until now!

EJN
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And have you ever seen one of your own brain cells, Mr. Dinosaur? NO? I guess that means that you have none! That is something that I can believe!

Nitka Tsar
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Uuuh if they are religiouse, I‘d like to talk to them about God! Have you ever seen them? Bla bla Although, I know you cannot win with such people. They will twist everything and only believe what they want.

Red Wyvern Emperor
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did she just deny the literal purpose the microscopes were invented for?

Tortitude
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've met a few people like this; it's an almost religious zealotry and you can't argue with them. Explained I had worked for government, which in my experience was as good at keeping secrets as a sieve, and was told "oh yes, YOUR part of the government..." :D

Moë
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ah yes the fictional “microscope” cuz no has ever seen a microscope before 😂

Angela C
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No but I can't see your singular brain cell without a microscope either

CanadianDimes
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you put quote marks around a word, it automatically makes that thing not real. Facts.

Catherine Baker
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The finger antlers around microscope add a Jenna say what? To the whole thing

Gustav Gallifrey
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The largest bacterium ever discovered is Thiomargarita magnifica, roughly a centimeter long,. It is the largest bacterium ever discovered, with cells that are visible to the naked eye and can reach up to 2 cm / 0.75 inches in diameter.

Persephone
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Have you ever seen a dinosaur without the aid of a "fossil"? Stupid troll...

Jon Stuart
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's like have you ever seen another galaxy without a telescope. What a du

keyboardtek
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Microscope is in quotation marks as if it something that only exists in someones mind.

Deborah B
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did this person never do the grade school experiment of pressing their hand on petri dish of agar and seeing the bacterial colonies grow? Did they never do the "Build a microscope" kit? What do they even think "germs" are?

Onion ninja
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If germs are things that we wish didnt exist, I have. Just now. I hope I never catch his disease ;)

Lotekguy
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"You spread stupid without being seen. Does that make you a germ?"

Michael Largey
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh, I've seen plenty of parasites without the help of a microscope. All I needed was C-SPAN.

michael Chock
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes. As someone who has worked in the food industry I have seen germs. It's like smoke, you see them when there is enough of them.

Kraneia The Dancing Dryad
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"germ" is an informal term for something that can cause illness and thus can include bacteria and viruses. And yes, you need a microscope to see them... They're tiny bro.

Scott Wilkins
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hopefully, like the dinosaur on his profile, he will soon be extinct...

roddy
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think you would need s microscope to find this person's brain.

TotallyNOTAFox
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

♪ Bacteria. Bacteria? Look, there's bacteria / Bacteria. Bacteria? You might not see them, but they're there ♫ - Jonathan Coulton "Bacteria"

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Don’t forget, sleep is your brain's secret weapon that keeps your cognitive powers in top shape. Not getting enough rest can impair memory, attention, and your decision-making abilities. Imagine: You are staring blankly at the fridge, wondering what exactly you are looking for. It's like your brain hit the snooze button along with your alarm clock.

That's why it's important to prioritize quality sleep. Aim for a solid 7-9 hours of uninterrupted shut-eye every night, and it will help you efficiently tackle whatever challenges the day throws your way.

#19

Gatekeeping Gen-Xers From Their Own Music

Gatekeeping Gen-Xers From Their Own Music

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Snazzy Smurf
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Only one of those people would have spent time in the 90's listening to Nirvana, etc and the other.........thinks "middle aged" people can't wear band t-shirts of popular bands or of bands they like.

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#20

Umm... So Who's Gonna Tell Him

Umm... So Who's Gonna Tell Him

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#21

Freedom Of Religion, Never Heard Of It

Freedom Of Religion, Never Heard Of It

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Marianne
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is also called a totalitarian system and most countries don't like it at all.

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With a bit of mindfulness, a good night's sleep, and some stress-busting techniques up our sleeves, we can turn those dumb moments into tiny blips on the radar of our brilliant minds. Meanwhile, it never hurts to enjoy those occasional silly situations where we goof up. Have you ever experienced a brain fart? Tell us about your funniest struggles in the comments below.

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#22

Of All The Things That Didn’t Happen, This Did Not Happen The Most

Of All The Things That Didn’t Happen, This Did Not Happen The Most

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#23

My Sister Called And Asked Why Her Dryer Kept Stopping

My Sister Called And Asked Why Her Dryer Kept Stopping

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#24

Ladies And Gentlemen, The Substances My Cleaning Woman Reported To The Police. It's A Thermal Paste For A Computer, Found Next To PC Parts

Ladies And Gentlemen, The Substances My Cleaning Woman Reported To The Police. It's A Thermal Paste For A Computer, Found Next To PC Parts

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Boris Ezomo
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Trust lost. Sign of stupidity. It's literally written on the syringe. Fire her, before she burns down your house.

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#25

I Have No Words

I Have No Words

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Alewa
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wrong! It's 40 years. 2003-2013=10, 2013-2023=10, 2003-2023=20. 40 in sum.

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#26

Probably Shouldn't Have Replaced The Carrots

Probably Shouldn't Have Replaced The Carrots

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User# 6
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I replaced all the ingredients with water because they have too many calories and now my cake tastes just like my soups.

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#27

Toxic Masculinity At Its Finest

Toxic Masculinity At Its Finest

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#28

Virgin Mary Strikes Again

Virgin Mary Strikes Again

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Zoe's Mom
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6 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Um..someone please sit her down and explain the birds and the bees to her. Well, unless she's caring for a sibling due to death of their parents.

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#29

"Can You Do This Report With Someone Who Doesn't Have That British Accent?"

"Can You Do This Report With Someone Who Doesn't Have That British Accent?"

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#30

Stepdad Thinks Eclipse Will Burn Us Alive

Stepdad Thinks Eclipse Will Burn Us Alive

My stepdad will not let me remove this thin foil for the entire week because he thinks the eclipse will burn us somehow, and now the entire apartment looks like a cave (the first photo is my room, and the second is the kitchen/living room).

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#31

Apparently, Cleopatra VII Was African-American

Apparently, Cleopatra VII Was African-American

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#32

The Sunburn Won’t Give Her Cancer, The Sunscreen Will

The Sunburn Won’t Give Her Cancer, The Sunscreen Will

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#33

And Gay Men Were Breastfed By Their Fathers?

And Gay Men Were Breastfed By Their Fathers?

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#34

Don't Park In Front Of Fire Hydrants, Folks

Don't Park In Front Of Fire Hydrants, Folks

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Donkey boi
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They do this intentionally to teach you not to park in front of hydrants.

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#35

An Idiot In A 34-Ton Cement Truck Tried To Drive On A 4-Ton Wooden Bridge

An Idiot In A 34-Ton Cement Truck Tried To Drive On A 4-Ton Wooden Bridge

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#36

Man Punctures Leg With Drill, Treats It With Homeopathic Remedies

Man Punctures Leg With Drill, Treats It With Homeopathic Remedies

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#40

When Main Characters Expose Themselves Like This

When Main Characters Expose Themselves Like This

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Marie Clear
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well in fairness, think of the people he probably hangs with. He might just be the top 86%.

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#42

Blood Is Blue, Apparently

Blood Is Blue, Apparently

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Chihuahua Mama
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is sadly a common myth. Deoxygenated blood is a darker red than oxygenated blood, but both are still very much red

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#43

I May Not Be A Smart Man, But I Know What Stupid Is

I May Not Be A Smart Man, But I Know What Stupid Is

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#46

Imagine Settling Into Your Nice First-Class Seat And Having To Deal With This The Entire Flight

Imagine Settling Into Your Nice First-Class Seat And Having To Deal With This The Entire Flight

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Annie Persson
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would be mighty tempted to take the money - and continue coughing in his direction for the rest of the flight

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#48

The Client Used Paper To Walk Into The Room Along The Floor With Glue While We Were At Lunch

The Client Used Paper To Walk Into The Room Along The Floor With Glue While We Were At Lunch

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#49

Science Is Too Hard

Science Is Too Hard

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#50

My Mom Threw All The Chocolate Waffles Outside For The Birds, Thinking The Chocolate Was Mold

My Mom Threw All The Chocolate Waffles Outside For The Birds, Thinking The Chocolate Was Mold

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Amity_Calamity
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guesss that's better than eating waffles with mold and thinking its chocolate

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