Most people avoid awkwardness or awkward situations because they make them feel uncomfortable. But some people like to create awkward and cringy situations on purpose. When that interaction is observed from a distance, most of the time it will be perceived as funny.

So, if you are one of those people who love or would like to experiment with awkwardness, share what would be the funniest approach to a stranger. I myself have been walking up and asking: “what is your favorite flavor of hair” - but it’s starting to get old…

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Show a photo of yourself and ask "Excuse me, have you seen this person?"

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) "Excuse me, what year is this?" When the person tells you, respond "It works! My machine really works!!"

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) I've always wanted to run up to a complete stranger in hysterics and yell, "Whatever you do, DO NOT look at their eyes!" and run away. I don't know who the "their" is referring to, and neither does the stranger. I just wanna cause unnecessary stress because I'm a menace.

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

Joke's on you, I never look people in the eyes anyways!

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Sit on a park bench and wait for people to sit with you. "It's done. Do you have the money?" - Not original from me; saw it either on YT, Pinterest, or BP.

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

Print this page out, put it in an envelope marked "Top Secret" and sit down on a park bench. Slide the envelope towards a stranger. Nod politely, then walk away.

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Sometimes I imagine myself asking a stranger, "Hey, whatever song you have in your head right now, sing it out loud!"
And then they break into the whole song and dance, musical style haha.

Never actually dared to, though.

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

If someone ever comes up to me and asks that, I will be sure to break out into song and dance theatre-style, just in case it's you ;D

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Do you like pet chickens?

I normally ask this and they are confused and then say they like to eat chicken, but I say back "Do you like living, walking, breathing chickens?" And then they get creeped out.

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) I know this is old, but I’ve always loved the idea of asking a stranger who says anything to me, “Can you see me?” in a panicky voice and run away.

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#8

“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Look at the person, gasp dramatically, and run away.

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Have you seen my sanity? i LeFt It InSiDe An OrAnGe.

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Did you remember to hide the body?

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

If someone asked me this, I'd reply "Don't worry, I did" and watch them freak out

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) On a scale of 1-10, what is your favorite color of the alphabet? (Mine's green)

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#12

“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Run up to somebody, yell, "Do you see them?!? You don't? oh... oh! that means they're GONE! GONE, I TELL YOU!!!!" Then run away.

You can also yell, "Marco!" at a group of strangers at the store.

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

My family yells "Marco" at the store all the time when we split up/get separated. I have heard other people do it a couple of times too. I always tell "Polo!" back. This is even funnier if they are a couple of aisles over and it goes on for a couple of rounds.

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Are you a whale person or a chicken person?

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) I think that telling a stranger "don't be scared" with a calm voice and walking away will completely shatter their mind.

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

And then when they ask you questions, just smile at them and give them uncanny valley syndrome.

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) This happened to my friend when she told a girl she liked her shirt, the girl replied: "I like your face". Lol, we never let my friend forget that day.

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

Oops I'm sorry I just realized it wasn't a question that was asked sorry

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) *Hug them and say* "Whatever you do, when I let go, RUN! They are here for you!"

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Assuming you're outside, ask if they know where the waiting room is. Or the front desk. 'Do you work here?' - is a good one as well.

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#18

*yell in their face* DID YOU KNOW THAT CHICKENS ARE MADE OUT OF CHICKEN?

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) If soap smells good but tastes bad, does that mean poop smells bad, BUT TASTES GOOD?! Asking for a friend.

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#20

“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Once I asked a stranger what my own phone number was. No idea why.

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#21

What are you doing here? Gasp and run away.

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

"What are you doing here?! Don't let the Lieutenant see you or were all get it." Walk away quickly, look back over your should once or twice.

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#22

“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Jog up to a person you know the name of and say: "XXX, do you still want the 14,275,208 live ants that you ordered? You said you needed to make ketchup for your restaurant" while holding a bag.

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Hey there... Hi there... I'm Lost. Have you seen me wandering around here before?
With a piece of tape or a name tag sticker on the front of my shirt that says:
"If Found, PLEASE CALL (insert random friend/family member phone number) and report Missing IMMEDIATELY!" 😜

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

Better yet, dress up in an asylum outfit and instead have a number on the nametag

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Did you do it/did you hide it?

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#25

What's the date? NO! WHAT YEAR IS IT????

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) "Could you be a witness to my wedding?"

-Max Fosh.

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#27

“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Can I have a moment of your time to talk about our lord and savior etc. (I’m an atheist 😑)

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Is there a phone booth around here? SoMebODy's In tRoUblE!

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

There are still some places in the USA where public pay phones are available.

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Can I borrow some cash/your card? Not only is that weird, it's f****d up.

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#30

Be sure that you knock on the fridge door before opening- the salad might be dressing! :)

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You: Have you seen emma?
Stranger: No
Y: Do you know who she is?
S: No
Y: How are you supposed to know where she is if you dont know who she is?
S: ...

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#32

"I do not mean to pry, but you don't by any chance happen to have six fingers on your right hand?

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Do you have games on your phone?

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

My niece asked me this (she is almost 4) and when I told her no, she informed me "that's ok. Give me your phone and I can download them"

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I already know it's hilarious. I just don't know why I do it. I walk up to a handsome young man and say, "Hey you're absolutely adorable. Would you like to come home with me and be my pool boy?" Best answer was, 'Not this time; maybe next time!'

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Apparently, I once walked up to a total stranger at the mall and asked, ‘Are you Santa Claus?’ That’s a pretty weird one.

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#36

“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Find the most disturbing fact you know, walk up to them, tell them the creepy fact, smile, and walk away.

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

Me: bunnies can scream, but don't unless they feel like they're gonna die. (Smiles weirdly and shuffles away backwards while still smiling creepily)

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#37

My brother's favorite thing was to walk up to a stranger and greet them as if they were a long-lost friend; leave them standing there very confused and wondering who that was and how did they know him.

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

Oooo I’ve actually done that before…. I actually ended up meeting one of my closest friends that way lol

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#38

Hey, were you sold a soul in 7th grade for 25 bucks? No? Ok bye.

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

Heeey… is this that “has sold soul for corn chip” panda or something like thats

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“What Do You Think Would Be The Funniest Thing To Ask A Stranger?” (30 Answers By Our Community) Do you want some Pringles? They're radioactive! (Assuming you already have them).

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#40

I've always wanted the right opportunity to walk up to a group of Three or more women (preferably at a social gathering) and say, "You two look amazing" and just walk away.....

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#41

Whenever I get the dreaded "Suspected Spam" caller.. Answer breathlessly and say, "It's Done, but there's Soooooo much blood!!" Then hang up.

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

Too bad they're usually recordings so no one will actually hear that.

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#42

Especially effective if you're the hypermasculine type:
"Is this lipstick too pink for me?"

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#43

Pull this

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Want to buy a furby?

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#45

Once had a homeless man ask me for my phone number, and then a quarter so he could “call me sometime”

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Pardon me, I have nothing to say.
-George Carlin

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Did you find the man I was talking about? I never received a call back, but maybe my umbrella is broken again.

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#48

Walking up to religious extremists and saying "Are you having the same problem of finding decent sacrificial virgins these days? And don't talk about getting rid of severed goat heads!"

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#49

Pardon me, do you have any plain yellow mustard?

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#50

Do you know who shot J.R.?

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

Even the ones like me that didn't watch the show wanted to know who had shot J.R.

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#51

Just go up to them, point to the sky and ask them, "Did you know the sky is blue?"

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#52

When I see classmates from my old school I go up to them and say hello and then ask them if their name is whatever their name is. They all look at me like I'm crazy and after a few seconds of that they remember me. I think it's pretty funny

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

You must be someone that's changed appearance a lot since school.

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#53

When using a public toilet and you fart audibly , say “can you believe what that b******e said to me?”

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#54

Woof, arf grrr arf bark?

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#55

A friend and i were at Home Depot. And he asked where the blue jeans were

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#56

"Oh my god, it's you! Do you remember me?"

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#57

Ya like jazz?

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#58

Giv them a hug and run

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#59

Hey buddy, can ya pull my finger?

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Hold up your finger and ask "Does this smell right to you?

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

I used to randomly say to a group "somebody smells so good" pause for a second and then with a big smile smell my wrist or something and say "oh wait..that's me"

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#61

you have the body.... right?

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#62

Wil'ya lemme go ahead jackass?

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

This doesn't seem funny at all, and while most people would just go away all grumpy, a very small percentage will straight up shoot you. I'm all for making people laugh, but this is just... not funny.

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#63

Did you know there are normally 5 levels of separation, so technically you, me & 3 other random people kinda know each other….

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#64

Pillow fight?

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"Where'd you get that wig, Woolworths?"

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