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You’re going to encounter signs everywhere you go in this world. Driving down the highway, looking for the bathroom in a restaurant you’ve never dined at before, searching for a monument in a city you’re visiting for the first time and when visiting a shop just to find out they closed early for the day.

But just because we have to use signs everywhere we go doesn’t mean they have to be boring! And no one knows that better than the members of the Funny Signs subreddit. This community is dedicated to finding and sharing photos of the most brilliant and eye-catching signs that the world has ever seen, so we’ve gathered some of our favorite posts from the group down below. Enjoy scrolling through these signs that are effective and hilarious, and be sure to upvote the ones you’d like to encounter in person!

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    We all know that most of the signs we encounter are going to be pretty boring. Simple white signs with black text and not an ounce of humor or sarcasm to be found. Sure, these simple signs might get their messages across, and they might look professional. But what the people really want is an eye-catching sign with a hilarious message that they can share on r/funnysigns!

    This subreddit is one of the largest on the entire platform, as it has amassed over 3 million members simply through sharing silly signs. From billboards to papers taped up in car windows, this group doesn’t discriminate. Members simply enjoy good quality messages that make them chuckle, and lucky for us, there are plenty of great posts to scroll through! 

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    #5

    Meirl

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

    Oooh good thing I read the sign..almost got eaten!

    Whether you need signs to advertise your business or you’re looking for a sign to hang at your wedding, there’s no reason not to include a bit of humor in your message. Okay, maybe you don’t want jokes being tossed around at your wedding. But we won’t judge you if you do! The Funny Signs subreddit has taught us that hilarious messages can be posted by churches, family members at funerals, restaurants, college professors and more!

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    The most important factor when crafting a sign is that it gets your message across. And sometimes we have to make bold choices to ensure that our messages stand out. That might mean inserting a pun, sharing a joke about a hilarious Yelp review the business received or making a pop culture reference. In the US, some states even use humor when designing messages about road safety for highways. And those certainly get more attention than a simple “Stop Speeding” sign would.   

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    The End Is Nigh!

    The End Is Nigh!

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

    "Oh, yeah. Oooh, ahhh, that's how it always starts. Then later there's running and screaming."

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    If you’re looking to design an out of the box sign, Target Print & Mail has some recommendations on their site that might help your message stand out. First, they note that the purpose of your sign must be clear. Are you trying to attract customers? Or do you want to inspire action from readers? Do you want customers to put their laptops away and have conversations with one another? Whatever you want them to do or understand, your message must be clear and concise. Nobody wants to spend time deciphering what a sign means or reading an essay worth of text.  

    If you want your sign grabbing the attention of those passing by, you can’t be scared to stand out. A funny image, bright colors and bold fonts might immediately draw the eyes of people strolling by. This is also a great way to incorporate humor into your messaging. A wet floor sign featuring a person doing jazz hands could be perfect for a dance studio, while a sign featuring food or produce with personalities might be better for a grocery store. Don’t be scared to think outside of the box!    

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    He Makes A Good Point

    He Makes A Good Point

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

    Then ask for money to buy yourself a private jet "to spread the Lord's word."

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

    Just wanted to point out that Genesis, where it talks about God creating everything, is meant to inspire awe. Because of this, many people, myself included, think that it's not literal, since it doesn't have to be literal to inspire awe... Also, I don't support the guy who decided to swear to the moon and back, being intolerant while ranting about intolerance.

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

    People like this forget that thise who studied evolution were devote to their faith as well. Heck, thr Big Bang theory was co-authored by a catholic monsignor. You don't have to believe in any religion, but don't be rude about it.

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

    I'll stop being rude about religion when religion stops trying to impose its asinine rules and insane beliefs on the rest of us.

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

    I find it funny that people generally have disdain for the possibility that a god created everything yet many of the same people currently push forth the theory that we could be living in a computer simulation. Could a god have created evolution? I don't know. But I am smart enough to know I don't know anything when it comes to the universe

    UpQuarkDownQuark (he/him)
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Faith is the difference. Even scientists who say living in a simulation is a very possibility won’t believe it’s true without evidence, just that it’s a plausible hypothesis.

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

    Well... Israël surely could use a wise king now... Where's he at?

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

    I can really appreciate that someone felt they needed to take the time to go home, type up this flyer and come back to post it on this sign. Personally, I would have rolled my eyes and drove by. I like this a lot.

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

    I missed the part in the Bible where is says to invent reasons to argue with your neighbors.

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

    Seriously, imagine getting that worked up rather than just saying God works in mysterious ways like they say when tragedies occur.

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

    Ironic isn't it? Creation is the ONLY idea, not creation AND evolution(the creation evolves).

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

    As a christen I believe in micro evolution because it is observable, but I don't believe in macro evolution because it does not make sense, so everyone just needs to define their terms.

    gilded panda
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    9 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Waiting for someone to cuss biologists and Darwin out so I can start talking biology on their a*s

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

    This actually has already been done! Several books and PHD's have done exactly that!

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

    Yeah it's the hundreds of burial sites throughout the world that have been discovered belonging to gigantic size people. There are plenty of old newspaper articles with photos to go with them of farmers who have stumbled upon these ancient grave sites. Along with the well documented accounts of Spanish conquistadors who arrived at islands that had giants that were cannibals. The kicker is though, that the Smithsonian institute has taken it upon themselves to destroy or atleast hide these uncomfortable truths, much like the giants spoken of in the Bible, Genesis 6

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

    The Bible is obviously allegorical but since way too many Christians are too stupid to understand "conceptual thinking" they had to say the Bible is literal so they could be brainwashed. Which is moronic, since most things could be explained in a way that supports God being real. But, nah, Jesus rode dinosaurs or whatever, the Earth is ~2000 years old, and there's billions of people all conducting a conspiracy of evolution to undermine Christianity or some other stupid s**t.

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

    Technically only micro evolution is a fact, macro evolution, while accepted as fact, technically isnt even a theory because it doesn't meat the scientific standard for being a theory, due to the inability to run experiments or collect sufficient data, etc.

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

    Religion encourages ignorance to keep its cult members dumb and obedient. It really should be abolished.

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

    So it is written: 📜 and on the 8th day ALL WORDS were spontaneously created full of meanings.

    Bewarethere@gmail.com
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    10 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And by the way why does God needs 2 rest? I mean he's God so I assume that he doesn't need 2 rest?

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

    Yup. That. And GOD forbid you should resort to mere factual evidence to support your claim.

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    What "evidence"? Actually, all evidence points to the FACT that there was Creative Design, NOT "evolution".

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

    And it's been written down and peer reviewed, and parts of it have received Nobel prizes.

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

    Deb what are you referring to? But as far as I know Nobel prizes are never given for a 'part' of something…

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

    Science has yet to prove evolution, though, so either theory is up for scientific research.

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    This isn't even a mainline church, this is some weird ahh offshoot. Most of the mainline churches accept that God could have used evolution.

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

    What happened to all that 6000 year old earth and other fantasy stories that adults believe for entire life as real. Lol. Is that also from some weird offshoot ?

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    It's a good thing the solar system evolved from the sun orbiting the earth as it says in Eccl. 1:5 :The Sun also rises and the sun sets and He returns to the place from which He arose.

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    Please read the origin of species and understand Darwin’s views on it himself before you argue this. He said himself that it was just a theory and not to accept it as fact. Also giraffes disprove evolution, their necks could not have evolved because they have extra hearts of sorts inside it. These hearts can’t just come to be without giraffes dying off from not getting enough blood to their brain first, because the length of the neck would’ve evolved before the hearts. Also things like the eyeball are far too complex to have evolved and rather point to a creator that could do all this easily.

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

    Repeating falsehoods about evolution doesn't magically make them true. It just shows that you completely fail to understand the facts you're claiming to refute.

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    It takes more effort to create, print, waterproof, then illegally post this sign that it takes to simply believe in the Word of God.

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    Evolution is nothing but a stupid, non-scientific RELIGION! It takes MORE "faith" to believe in evolution than it does to accept Creative Design. Even Darwin admitted that he had it all wrong, so why is everyone trying to pass it off as "truth"?

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    A Sign For The Idiots Out There

    A Sign For The Idiots Out There

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

    Maybe they need something like this for the Montague Street bridge in Melbourne which is *still* being hit

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    Good Question

    Good Question

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

    Again again again ... It is NOT "money is the root of all evil." The correct quote is "the LOVE of money is the root of all evil." So the obvious conclusion is: money = ok, love = evil. There, hope that clears it up.

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    It’s also wise to consider the location and what medium is best for your signs. One message might work brilliantly on a billboard, while it may not translate well to print advertising in a newspaper. Consider the best way to grab customers’ attention depending on where they’ll see the message. If you’re advertising on the door of a bathroom stall, you probably don’t want to put a serious message. But that can be the perfect place to utilize humor! Even a little potty humor can be done tastefully. 

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    Skill Issue

    Skill Issue

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

    This is incorrect. Fifty years ago was 1974. If you have access to an owners manual from 1974 please show me the page about "adjusting the valves". It doesn't exist because by '74 all engines had hydraulic lifters that didn't need adjusting. Whoever wrote this is one of those people who still thinks the 1950s were 50 years ago when they are in fact 70 years ago. Time is funny that way.

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    Genius Indeed

    Genius Indeed

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    Another place you might not have considered putting up humorous signs is in your own home. But Tammy Huls, creator of Flippin Furniture, actually has some recommendations on her blog for incorporating funny signs into interior design. One example Tammy provides is a sign that says “Please excuse the mess,” then it has crossed out “My kids are making memories” and finishes with “I suck as a housewife” instead. It’s a bit different than the typical “Live Laugh Love” you might find in many homes, but it might make visitors chuckle!   

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    Halloween Gravestone

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

    When did the word "research" become to mean "read stupid s**t on the internet?"

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    London, UK

    London, UK

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

    I still have my certificate stating I’ve been trained in being an “Appropriate Adult”. I think I only got it as there wasn’t an exam at the end…. For context, if someone classed as vulnerable (mental health issues, learning disabilities etc) is being interviewed by the police, they need to have an appropriate adult present to ensure their rights are being protected and that they understand what is happening eg an appropriate adult has the right to insist the person has a solicitor present, even if the person says no. It’s supposed to be what any “normal” person off the street would know to do, but we had training as it was part of my job role at the time.

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    Another silly sign for a home that Tammy recommends says, “You drink too much. You cuss too much. You have questionable morals. You’re everything I have ever wanted in a friend.” This sweet sign might be a good gift to give a longtime friend with a similar sense of humor, or you can create a silly sign to hang outside your front door. Might I suggest one that says, “Doorbell broken, yell Ding Dong really loudly!” 

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    An Apple A Day

    An Apple A Day

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

    Make a modified Gatling gun and you can keep several people away

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    Honest Advertising Is Best Advertising

    Honest Advertising Is Best Advertising

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

    There used to be a great Chinese restaurant/ fish-n-chips place in Tacoma back in the 80's. I'd take visitors there and warn them that there's no ambience but great Chinese food. They always agreed with me afterwards. (Star Trek name dropping alert!- I took John and Bjo Trimble there and they loved it)

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    One silly sign that we actually had at my house growing up was one that stated, “On this site on September 5th, 1897, absolutely nothing happened.” It was a very regal looking plaque that demanded attention, but there was no point in reading it except to get a laugh. Sometimes, signs actually have no purpose but to be funny!

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    Go Figure:)

    Go Figure:)

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

    I live in Japan and some of the scooter and motorcycle riders here are so annoying with this kind of noise. I want to translate this sign and make it a bumper sticker.

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    Are you feeling inspired to use some humor in the next sign you have to create, pandas? We hope you’re enjoying scrolling through these hilarious signs, and please remember to keep upvoting all of your faves. Then, if you’re interested in checking out even more brilliant and hilarious yet effective signs from Bored Panda, we recommend reading this list next! 

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    Lost Rumba

    Lost Rumba

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

    I'm afraid he won't be able to survive in the wild. Nature abhors a vacuum.

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    Italians

    Italians

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

    Ooh, I had such an experience in Rome, some years ago. We got lost an entered a cafeteria to ask for directions. There were 4 people inside who all started talking loudly at the same time, with ample hands and arms gestures. I was fascinated looking at them. After some minutes, my friend thanked them and pulled me out. "What did they actually say?" "I didn't get a single word, but I loved their passion" :)))

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    #33

    I Mean That's Just Common Manners

    I Mean That's Just Common Manners

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    Choices, Choices

    Choices, Choices

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    I Can Grok This

    I Can Grok This

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

    Does the same apply for ... (please wait, thinking of some witty response) ... oh heck, the best I can do is aardvarks? Not terribly witty, bu aardvarks is a cool word.

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    #37

    Found In My School. Hopefully Satire

    Found In My School. Hopefully Satire

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    Glad They Cleared That Up

    Glad They Cleared That Up

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    #41

    Good Morning

    Good Morning

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

    Unfortunately I've been on the internet long enough to know that not only is this not a deterrent to some, it's a real deal-sweetener for a small but vocal subset of the adult male population.

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    #42

    His Bark Is Bigger Than His Bite

    His Bark Is Bigger Than His Bite

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    A Flowchart

    A Flowchart

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    This Sign Is Accurate!

    This Sign Is Accurate!

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    #47

    Cheers Everyone 🍺

    Cheers Everyone 🍺

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

    Carrots being good for the eyes is practically a myth. They’re healthy, but it’s world war propaganda to cover up the invention of radar.

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    #48

    A Good Question

    A Good Question

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

    Before you do anything, spread them apart to see if they look right with what's in the middle.

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    #50

    Thank You For Noticing

    Thank You For Noticing

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