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Warning signs come in all shapes and sizes. While that sounds cliché, you still gotta admit that it is true—even more so when a sign breaks convention and casually throws a joke your way.

And those who get it might end up taking a picture and then posting it online. Perhaps, in a dedicated Facebook group called Funny Warning Signs. And then the rest of the world has a good laugh.

One effective warning sign, indeed.

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    So, Funny Warning Signs is a Facebook group that deals with all manner of signs. Contrary to the name, it’s not necessarily all warning signs per se. Not even signs sometimes. But what is a warning, anyway, if not a bit of important information that people should be aware of? Oh, and occasional memes too.

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    Whatever the case, the group is home to a modest 5,400 members and has been around since 2013.

    As already hinted previously, the group features primarily warning signs, but there are other kinds of signage. This also includes photos of clothing, memes, and other loosely interpreted concepts of signs.

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    NapQueen
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But I'm sure there wouldn't be anything better than watching beautiful human beings whilst having a purring cat on your lap.....can't believe I just said that!

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    It goes without saying that pairing up humor with signs is a good idea in general. The main benefit of humor in a warning sign is that folks typically remember information that was conveyed in a humorous way. It’s the it factor that makes something unique and hence easier to remember. And to throw out in casual conversation.

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    There is also the added bonus of the other benefits of humor. Jokes are known to increase energy levels, all the while reducing negative emotions, increasing interest in the subject and can form a positive self-image to others. No wonder folks bask in the title of being the funny man.

    It is important to note that there is a degree of uncertainty among some studies of humor. It all boils down to disputes over the mechanisms behind the benefits of humor and how it translates into practice. The general consensus that humor is overall good still remains a more favored conclusion, though humor does manifest differently depending on the situation.

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    Denise Indoung
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You know the cat will check off the 4th choice while looking you dead in the eye.

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    Amy T
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This place is 2 hours from my house. I don't know why I'm posting that. Never figures I'd be one of those people to get excited over where I live.

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    Besides warning signs, humor is considered a good social skill to have. And as such, it is beneficial in scenarios when you’re trying to cheer someone up, when you want to establish a rapport with others, then you’re trying to generate interest, or if you just want the thing you’re working on to stand out more.

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    Social conventions aside, humor is a great mnemonic (tool for memorizing and remembering) and makes teaching more effective.

    This is besides humor and jokes being a good way of generating unique approaches and ideas to things, especially in terms of marketing and communication.

    Humor has a number of facets that folks ought to consider before using for maximum effect. The user has to consider the type, style, amount, timing and delivery. After all, dark humor is not for everyone, some get tired of it fast, some don’t pick up on sarcasm, and sometimes it’s just too soon. But that’s what makes humor amazing—the unique variety of combinations available to you.

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    When you realize the best police cars in America are in Sandwich, Illinois

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    I heart Boo-BI-es
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except this is a picture of a Sandwich, MA police car. Source- It is my hometown.

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    And humor on signs adds a new dimension of depth—a situation in which you’d expect a lot of formality and not much creativity as signs are there to inform, usually those who can’t get distracted and thus need a very precise message. The restrictions and limitations only add to the challenge.

    So, what are your thoughts on any of this? Seen any funny signs out there lately? Perhaps you’d want to share the experience with everyone in the comment section below?

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    No? Well, then, here’s a rabbit hole of funny signs on Facebook. Bye!

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    Brian D
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    10 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a home-made sign like this near South River Ontario because so many people tried to follow a road which doesn't exist by using Google Maps.

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    Ali H M Salehuddin
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The management does achieve its objective. To be able to put an actual screw, you need to cover the drink - which is they want anyway.

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

    Omg thanks so much i didnt know omg u savee my life omg thankkk youuu

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    Raymond Core
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grammatically he is doing exactly as requested. More succinct is, "Please pick up your dog's poop".

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    Tabitha
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then take the damned hint, Bose, and don’t make it in the shape of a garbage can.

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    Iampenny
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For those of you who may not understand the story behind this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kia_Challenge

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    Tabitha
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know too many people who would actually think they’re getting a great deal there. They’re the same people who thought—-and still think—-a 1/3 lb burger is smaller than a 1/4 lb burger. Makes me sad the educational system failed them so miserably—-until I realize they’d be just as stupid if they went to the best schools in the world.

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

    It looks as if in this place the likely culprits Pole Dancing will be the Fathers

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    I’ll have a treble thanks.
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Indicative of a nice place to poop! Unpleasant toilets can ruin a good day or night !

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    Surenu
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's the original record of Mariah Carey's "All I want for Christmas"

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

    Everyone - just close the lid entirely and f**k off. You’re letting the toilet spray germs when you flush with the lid open

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    Tabitha
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    However, the latter is what you will see the most and definitely want to avoid a close encounter with.

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

    We had an oil place here that had pumpkin spice oil change on their sign...

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    Jen
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want to know what the last sign underneath means - no fingertraps?

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    trevor
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Coober Pedy Golf Course ... Australia ... Old Opal Mines are some of the hazards . 😃

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

    Hard to predict one's ability to comply. Do the toilets come with appropriate tools to split the offenders into passable pieces?

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

    Back to school, UK version. Back to school, US version is aisle 34, guns and ammo... Ha ha ha

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    NapQueen
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I swear I've not had a drink this morning...does this make sense to anybody?

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

    For some reason, inflammable and flammable are the same thing. English is weird.

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    Mat Hall
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems like a fairly normal sign to me; presumably it's a pottery class of some sort.

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

    So exactly what kind of “toys” are in the “Adult Happy Meals”? Or do I not want to know?

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