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Most signs you’ll see on the street either deliver information (“Beware of Dog”) or instructions (“Do Not Enter”). But occasionally, you will encounter one that is out of the ordinary. 

The Give Me A Sign Facebook group features photos of billboards, store windows, and car windshields. They are often funny, witty, and cleverly play on words. If you’re having a bad day, these posts could be your source of free laughs

Jumping off Bored Panda’s previous piece, we’ve compiled a new set of photos from the page.

The public Facebook group has more than 950,000 followers as of this posting. As the ‘About’ section states, the goal is to be “a sanctuary to escape the daily grind and just relax and laugh.”

Discussing politics, religion, and other hot-button topics is primarily avoided because they “only serve to spoil the fun atmosphere.”

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Sue Denham
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If I worked there I'd be itching for a customer to ask where they could find garden supplies.

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A funny sign will make anyone look, and advertisers know this. According to the online billboard company Movia, 30% of campaigns incorporate some form of humor, and 50% of TV ads follow the same strategy. 

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What makes a funny ad powerful is its instant hook on a person’s emotions. The message becomes memorable and tends to stick for a long time. 

Market research company Kantar Media mentioned six humor styles often used in advertising: The childish prank, shock value, the everyday laugh, the innocent smile, the put-down, and clever wit.

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However, veteran content marketer and LinkedIn influencer Steve Olenski pointed out in an article for Forbes that humor has a potential downside. For one, an inappropriate joke could make your brand seem amateurish.

There is also the mistake of making jokes to draw some buzz, which Olenski strongly advises against. 

“If people think you’re cracking jokes for the sole purpose of getting more attention, you’ll be seen as exploitative rather than funny.”

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Apart from keeping things light, avoiding serious topics deters you from touching on sensitive matters. Treading those waters carries a potential threat, according to Olenski, who also advises being extra careful when joking about a group of people and certain issues. 

“Kenneth Cole tried to make a joke about Egyptian rioting being related to their new spring collection back in 2012,” Olenski wrote. “It didn’t go over well.”

Conversely, Olenski shared some key areas where humor could significantly enhance the existing message. One of them is for an already valuable piece of work. 

"If you're writing up an article or eBook that's helping people understand a complex topic, making an occasional joke or writing with a more tongue-in-cheek voice is only going to make that work more appealing and memorable."

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Olenski says the power of humor can make a brand more distinct. It can be that X factor that lets a brand stand out. 

“For example, Oreo has long differentiated itself by offering a quirky, tongue-in-cheek voice across its social media platforms. This is especially effective in dry, or otherwise ‘boring’ industries.”

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Soal Devereaux
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“The customer is always right — in matters of taste.” - Harry Gordon Selfridge

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

Yes but have do you know the airspeed velocity of an unladen swallow?

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Took what I thought was a nice photo of my home and discovered an issue with my welcome sign

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

Finally. Written permission to kill Tim. I've been after that guy for ages.

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Brad Hyde Report

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I AM A LOLLY SNEK (she/her)
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Think before you speak because if you are rude i will make your order and then eat it in front of you

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Zain Liaqat Report

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

It thanked you already, so now you can drive however you like

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Robby Brendemuehl Report

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

I envy all those 3 yo that can go naked everywhere. It is starting summer here in Spain and it looks that is going to be HOT 🥵

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Jack Burton
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If there is a sign it means something happens. We need a documentary about doggo exorcism !

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René Sauer
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I always wondered what the big idea was about eating a whole pizza by yourself. Then I checked the sizes: Dominos large in the US is 14 inch, while in Germany its only 12,5 inches. And that´s already pretty large by german standards. Most italian pizza places here only do about 11 inches.

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

In France it's actually pretty common for women to be topless, and in the south we have plenty of naturist beaches

Fussy1
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honestly, that's the first thing I noticed and it is the only unnatural thing in that picture!

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

Boobs free as free as the wind blows as free as the grass grows cause they're born free!

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

Where and when? It seems odd, to me, that women have to cover their nipples but men don't.

Hannah Taylor
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the 1930's, a newspaper posted a picture of a pair of ample breasts and asked the public to guess to whom they belonged. Of course, people were utterly shocked, until the newspaper revealed that they belonged to none other than Tarzan himself, Johnny Weismuller.

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

*sigh* Grandma, get back inside. You're scaring the neighbor kids.

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

In the UK it's not illegal to be naked or topless on a beach, it has to be proved that you are either doing it to be malicious or trying to shock. I go topless on the beach an no-one gives a toss, why should they? I don't understand the fuss, 100% of the population have breasts, why make women's shameful?

Oskar vanZandt
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I HATE sand between my toes/in my shoes... I'm not sure how that woman is managing!

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

I'm more concerned that she's wearing heeled sandals on the beach. Good way to break an ankle.

Alley Cat
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I once had a group discussion with some girls at my school about how we should be allowed to walk around in sports bras if we want

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

Real answer. Because she standing up, and her's are hefty, meaning HEAVY and need support when fighting gravity. When laying out sunbathing its not an issue, but gravity is a brat.

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

It's now legal in Canada but you still don't see too many women do it. Not here where I am. Anyways.

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

You need to be available during the six hours of summer each year.

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lwolf1952
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The people that you would like to see topless won't be there. Trust me.

Dragon mama
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate getting sand on my feet so Ima keep my clothes on thankyouverymuch

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

First thought: Why is tops in inverted commas? Second thought: It's not bathing if you're not in the water and you're wearing sandals!

The Shark
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Inverted commas? You mean quotes? (Still somewhat valid question...) And people wear bathing suits to the beach just to tan. Typically people don't bathe in the ocean...

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Gypsy Lee
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4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All I can see are shoes so full of sand that even the blisters are cringing.

Andy Frobig
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In New York state, women can legally be topless anywhere men can

okpkpkp
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4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A coworker vacationed in France and all her teenage son wanted to see was topless sunbathers of the female gender.

Stannous Flouride
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4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Once upon a time wearing two-piece bathing suits on Miami Beach was against the law. My mom, shown facing the camera, got arrested for it. She was 15. 1miamimom-...5871ea.jpg 1miamimom-667f1215871ea.jpg

Shaun Melissa
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel like womens breasts are different than men's. Much more sexual let's be honest . I don't want to be staring at boobs it's just weird to me I guesse.

somnomania (she/her, queer)
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4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

they're just another part of the body, that happen to be shaped differently than the version men have. they're only sexual if you're engaging with them during sex. otherwise they should be no more sexual than an arm or leg. this sort of thing is why no one here in the states actually takes advantage of the fact that it's technically legal in a lot of places for women to be topless.

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

It's not about who wants to see it. It is about you having every right to walk around topless like any man, and not be judged for it.

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False advertisement. Anyone I want to see nekky is not at the beach. All bodies are beautiful but denny Blaine park isn't where they are at

Nosirrow
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Around 20 years ago, I saw a topless woman sunbathing on a normal beach, with her family close by. It screams: I desperately need attention. The skin there is very sensitive, what's the point of exposing it to sun? Ah, yes, attention seeking.

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Nick Wulfekuhle Report

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Raymond Smith
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beer has definitely been around longer than that and everyone know white people cant dance even with help.

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

I wont buy fireworks from a pirate. Please follow the security rules!

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Remi (He/Him)
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5 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh come on! R****m is the anatomical term for a b******e, not a dirty word Edit: really???

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This was 2 miles from a local Renaissance Festival.

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Rayne OfSalt
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

PETA are absolute scum. I say that as someone who worked for a real animal welfare organisation for 20 years. Those a$$hats made our job so much harder.

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David Paterson
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My favourite. I've taken a photo of that sign. Melbourne's top tourist attraction.

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Miss Tinker
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unless they’re all adopted I’m not sure that’s something to be proud of.

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Rayne OfSalt
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

fun fact: sociologists did several studies on this, and it turns out that men talk a LOT more than women do. Men appear to lack perspective though, and *think* women talk more.

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