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Feminism has seen a lot of wins in the past century. Over 60 countries have had female leaders since 1960, and the 2022 Winter Olympic Games were the most gender-balanced Olympics in history. However, despite the fact that it’s 2023, some men feel the need to act like they’re living in the 1800s with the way that they treat women.

Below, you’ll find some of the most blatantly sexist and downright ridiculous things men have said about women online. From believing that men should never have to change a diaper to comparing women with dating histories to used shoes, prepare to be infuriated by these pics, pandas. Be sure to upvote the ones you find most egregious, and feel free to send this list to any men you know who are in need of a reality check!

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Stay Away From Girls With Bright Unnatural Hair Colors

Stay Away From Girls With Bright Unnatural Hair Colors

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    The Hero We Needed

    The Hero We Needed

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    Oh, Burn

    Oh, Burn

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    Life is not black and white. And making huge, sweeping blanket statements such as, “I hate men” usually does a disservice to conversations about feminism and misogyny that require much more nuance. However, when I see posts like these online, I can’t help but think for a moment, “Okay, I understand why some women might feel that way.” And sadly, our exposure to sexism starts young. According to one UK survey, 66% of 16-18 year old girls reported experiencing sexist language at school. But even women in high-ranking positions aren’t spared, as 67% of women parliamentarians in Africa admitted to frequently being subjected to sexist remarks and attitudes. 

    There’s no question that our society is still biased towards men. One 2018 Pew Research Center survey analyzing the traits Americans associate with each gender found that they are much more likely to use the word “powerful” to describe men in a positive way, while the word often has a negative connotation when referring to women. Americans are also twice as likely to use the word “honest” to refer to men than women. “Beautiful” was almost exclusively used for women, and “provider” was only used for men. 

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    #4

    Gatekeeping Bad Words

    Gatekeeping Bad Words

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    Nawww

    Nawww

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    #6

    I Can’t Believe It. We Found “Chad”

    I Can’t Believe It. We Found “Chad”

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    And when it comes to why men feel the need to spew blatantly sexist views online, psychotherapist and author Joan Kavanaugh says, “Men behave badly because they can.” They’re taught from a young age that traits like emotional sensitivity, kindness, compassion and understanding are signs of weakness, while “real men” are stoic. And without a conscious effort to reverse the effects of this teaching, men are likely to continue in the paths of many misogynists before them.  

    “I try to teach my sons that being sensitive to other people’s feelings is part of being a good guy,” one concerned father told NBC News. “But in this world, with the role models they have, it’s not an easy job to convince them.” He shared that when one of his sons was bullied at school, the teacher not only failed to punish the bullies for their actions, they also added salt to the hurt’s wounds by saying, “What’s the matter with you? Are you some kind of sissy, that you can’t take a little teasing?”

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    #7

    One In Eight... Like, How Deluded Are We?

    One In Eight... Like, How Deluded Are We?

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    #8

    Ah Yes, Women Equal Shoes

    Ah Yes, Women Equal Shoes

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    #9

    Women Have... Veins?! Impossible

    Women Have... Veins?! Impossible

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    While educating men on the topic of sexism to ensure that younger generations feel no shame about expressing their emotions and respect women as equals is key, it can also be an exhausting role to take on. Rebecca Cox at Harper’s Bazaar notes that, “You can bang your head against a brick wall/attempt difficult discussions with men, over and over again, but sometimes something happens that crystallizes why you might be better off simply abandoning your quest.” This might be because, in 2016, 56% of men in the United States believed that sexism was essentially over, agreeing that “obstacles that made it harder for women to get ahead are largely gone.” Why would they be worried about fixing a problem they don’t even think exists?

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    #10

    Women Can’t Be Software Engineers, Apparently

    Women Can’t Be Software Engineers, Apparently

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    #11

    So We’re Not Allowed To Have A Life

    So We’re Not Allowed To Have A Life

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    Ah Yes, 16-Year-Olds And Their "Elastic" Bones

    Ah Yes, 16-Year-Olds And Their "Elastic" Bones

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    One of the reasons Cox says she’s done explaining sexism to men is because it’s nearly impossible to get them to understand the “fear that women have when walking or running alone” or to convince them to believe victims without immediately jumping to skepticism. While many men are quick to ask questions about what a woman was wearing or how drunk she was when she was raped, it might be informative for them to learn that they’re 230 times more likely to be raped than falsely accused of rape. So perhaps they should care about believing victims.   

    #13

    Apparently, Women Don't Use Computers

    Apparently, Women Don't Use Computers

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    #14

    “Your Wife Is Your Firstborn Daughter”

    “Your Wife Is Your Firstborn Daughter”

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    #15

    Don't Think He Quite Understands How It Really Works

    Don't Think He Quite Understands How It Really Works

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    “The world is not only set up in a way that culturally and financially benefits men, it is genuinely dangerous to be a woman, even here in the UK, one of the most progressive countries in the world,” Cox writes for Harper’s Bazaar. “However much I read about gender, feminism, the patriarchy, however many conversations I attempt to have with men; as a woman, I am at risk of harm at the hands of men, over and over again.” Every man is not a predator, and many are allies who do a wonderful job parenting and educating the youth about social issues. However, when one out of every six women in the United States has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime, something has to change. 

    #16

    Women Who Wear Pants

    Women Who Wear Pants

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    #17

    The Hell

    The Hell

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    #18

    Today I Learned Women Are Actually Farms

    Today I Learned Women Are Actually Farms

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    It may seem harmless to see memes and tweets about how women are men’s property when they’re told as jokes, but to many women, sexist jokes are no laughing matter. According to a study from Harvard University, men who have been told sexist jokes by women have a higher proclivity for rape, or are more likely to admit that they would be willing to commit rape if no one would ever find out. Jane Gilmore, at The Sydney Morning Herald, wrote a piece discussing the danger of sexist jokes, where she notes, “They are not going to turn a man who abhors men’s violence against women into a wife beater, but they can confirm a violent man’s belief that all men do what he does and he is therefore not responsible for his choice to be violent and does not need to change.”

    #19

    "Stuck With The Leftovers"

    "Stuck With The Leftovers"

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    #20

    Facebook Never Seems To Disappoint

    Facebook Never Seems To Disappoint

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    #21

    Hormone Ain't A Thing According To This Guy

    Hormone Ain't A Thing According To This Guy

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    The internet can also create dangerous echo chambers for misogynistic men to share their bigoted views and encourage one another to do the same. On TikTok, however, there was a trend last year where women began calling out sexist male podcasters to show audiences how ridiculous their messages are. One example of male podcasters that were criticized were the hosts of “Fresh & Fit,” who last year made racist and misogynistic remarks about their dating preferences on their show. "Instead of airing out their grievances and half-baked ideas to a therapist, they use podcasts to spread hateful, regressive messages about women and gender roles," TikToker Kimber Springs told NBC News, in reference to the alpha male podcasters. "It is open season on misogyny in 2022!"

    #22

    Women Are Not In Fact Commodities

    Women Are Not In Fact Commodities

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    #23

    Seen On R/Niceguys

    Seen On R/Niceguys

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    #24

    Interesting. So Like Men And Sin?

    Interesting. So Like Men And Sin?

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    "I think comedy is a great tool to mirror back the ridiculousness of society, especially when these 'alpha male' types claim to be speaking with such objectivity," TikToker Hayley Hirsch told NBC News. "We're basically telling them: 'No, you actually don't have that power. Your opinions are not scientific facts. On top of that, you sound absurd.'" Perhaps mocking these sexist men online through funny lists like this is a great way to call out how ridiculous they sound as well. While it’s important to have constructive conversations about sexism, sometimes, a little humor can be helpful too.  

    #25

    Oh Phew... He’s Gonna Study The Issue

    Oh Phew... He’s Gonna Study The Issue

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    #26

    Guy Complains He Has No Luck With Women Despite Believing They Should Be Flocking To Him

    Guy Complains He Has No Luck With Women Despite Believing They Should Be Flocking To Him

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    #27

    Wow, And I Never Even Knew

    Wow, And I Never Even Knew

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    We hope this list hasn’t made you lose faith in humanity, pandas. Just because misogyny exists doesn’t mean that all men are a lost cause. In fact, most of them are pretty great. We just have to make sure that we all keep educating the younger generations, so one day sexism can be ancient history. Keep upvoting the pics you find most infuriating, and then if you’re interested in reading another Bored Panda article discussing how prevalent sexism still is today, look no further than right here

    #28

    This Looks Like Satire

    This Looks Like Satire

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    #29

    Wow, Is That All!?

    Wow, Is That All!?

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    #30

    Wearing Gym Attire To The Gym Is Apparently Too Triggering

    Wearing Gym Attire To The Gym Is Apparently Too Triggering

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    #31

    Not On The Same Level As Men

    Not On The Same Level As Men

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    #32

    Clearly, It's The Women's Fault

    Clearly, It's The Women's Fault

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    #33

    I Don't Know Why But This Is So Funny To Me

    I Don't Know Why But This Is So Funny To Me

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    #34

    Welcome To Today’s Episode Of “What Inanimate Object Are Women Being Compared To Today?”

    Welcome To Today’s Episode Of “What Inanimate Object Are Women Being Compared To Today?”

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    #35

    My Ex After He Found Out I Stopped Covering Myself Like He Wanted To

    My Ex After He Found Out I Stopped Covering Myself Like He Wanted To

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    #36

    All She Did Was Smile Bro

    All She Did Was Smile Bro

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    #37

    Visible Frustration

    Visible Frustration

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    #38

    Sounds Like Someone Got Rejected On A Bumble Date

    Sounds Like Someone Got Rejected On A Bumble Date

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    #39

    Ladies, Be Warned About The Power Of Ankle Bracelets

    Ladies, Be Warned About The Power Of Ankle Bracelets

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    #40

    That's Simply Not True

    That's Simply Not True

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    #41

    Women Can't Have Genuine Male Friends Apparently

    Women Can't Have Genuine Male Friends Apparently

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    #42

    Who Needs An Education When We Can Have This

    Who Needs An Education When We Can Have This

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

    Wow. Maybe this isn't a mainstream opinion, but I think as a society we should raise our standards about guys. It feels like girls work harder and guys feel more entitled while simultaneously being less qualified. Not a great dynamic.

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

    Even this dude’s dad doesn’t like him. Us south Asians don’t claim him

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

    *fans myself* oh, his hair is over his eyes and he’s making a flirty face to his phone he MUST know what he’s taking about

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

    Well dude is not offering a cute face and I'm not holding my breath about the quality of his education so.....

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

    And to think society lets these chuckleheads drive a car and vote. Amazing.

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

    I'm going to give him a pass. He looks like he has a mini Hapsburg chin. He can't help being confused.

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

    The sexiest thing to me is a developed and keen mind, so speak for yourself, OP. Good luck with that 🙄

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

    I don't remember caring if guys want me to go to Harvard of not

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

    Advice for y'all creeps: fall down a well and break both legs when you hit the bottom.

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

    And what woman do you think would want THAT mug between her legs?? (Vomits a bit in the mouth.)

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    #43

    Or How About Because They Like Them

    Or How About Because They Like Them

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    #45

    When Wearing A Uniform Isn’t Enough To Stop Men From Shaming Women For Their Bodies

    When Wearing A Uniform Isn’t Enough To Stop Men From Shaming Women For Their Bodies

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    #46

    Women Shaming On Facebook: Hygiene Edition

    Women Shaming On Facebook: Hygiene Edition

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    #47

    This Is What Control Looks Like

    This Is What Control Looks Like

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    #48

    That's A Lot Of Assumptions Based On Shoe Choice

    That's A Lot Of Assumptions Based On Shoe Choice

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    #49

    Women Only Wear Makeup Because They’re Insecure

    Women Only Wear Makeup Because They’re Insecure

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    #50

    Guess Who Made It

    Guess Who Made It

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    This Gem On Twitter

    This Gem On Twitter

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    #52

    If This Guy Thinks Older Men Are So Hot Then Why Doesn't He Date Them?

    If This Guy Thinks Older Men Are So Hot Then Why Doesn't He Date Them?

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    Found In The Wild

    Found In The Wild

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    #54

    I Bet He Was Really Offended

    I Bet He Was Really Offended

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    It Doesn't Make Sense

    It Doesn't Make Sense

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    #56

    Making Money Requires Adopting Masculine Trait

    Making Money Requires Adopting Masculine Trait

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    #57

    Apparently, You Shouldn't Travel Without A Man

    Apparently, You Shouldn't Travel Without A Man

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    #58

    Great Collection Of Misogyny From Instagram

    Great Collection Of Misogyny From Instagram

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    #59

    Always Love It When Men Try To Tell Women How They Should Live Their Lives

    Always Love It When Men Try To Tell Women How They Should Live Their Lives

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    #60

    Our Action In Our Lives Are Not Made To Be Only "Hot"

    Our Action In Our Lives Are Not Made To Be Only "Hot"

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    #61

    It's A Way Of Communicating How Someone Feels

    It's A Way Of Communicating How Someone Feels

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    #62

    They Should Just Go Back To The 1800s At This Rate

    They Should Just Go Back To The 1800s At This Rate

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    #63

    Here We Go Again

    Here We Go Again

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    #64

    Women Aren’t Your Pets Or Your Servants

    Women Aren’t Your Pets Or Your Servants

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    #65

    Welp, Guess I Gotta Prepare For My Expiry Date Coming Up

    Welp, Guess I Gotta Prepare For My Expiry Date Coming Up

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    #66

    Be Glorious

    Be Glorious

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    #67

    Women, Why Do You Gotta Ruin The "Vibe"?

    Women, Why Do You Gotta Ruin The "Vibe"?

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    #68

    “Stop Wearing Leggings If I Can’t Sexualize You”

    “Stop Wearing Leggings If I Can’t Sexualize You”

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    #69

    Stop Comparing Women To Objects

    Stop Comparing Women To Objects

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    #70

    Attorney?

    Attorney?

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    #71

    This Was Under A Video About A Teen Mom

    This Was Under A Video About A Teen Mom

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    #72

    Real Men Would Just Go Off-Road

    Real Men Would Just Go Off-Road

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    #73

    I Feel Bad For This Guy's Wife/Girlfriend

    I Feel Bad For This Guy's Wife/Girlfriend

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    #74

    Unveiling The Madness

    Unveiling The Madness

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    #75

    Never Thought I'd Actually Spot Anything Worth Posting In The Wild But Here We Are

    Never Thought I'd Actually Spot Anything Worth Posting In The Wild But Here We Are

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    #76

    Apparently, You Can't Have Achievements And Morals Simultaneously

    Apparently, You Can't Have Achievements And Morals Simultaneously

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    #77

    Man Tries To Prove He's Smarter Than Women By Saying A Random String Of Words

    Man Tries To Prove He's Smarter Than Women By Saying A Random String Of Words

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    #78

    My Eyes Are Bleeding From This

    My Eyes Are Bleeding From This

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    #79

    Is Any Man Willing To Adopt Me? I'm Responsible For Myself At The Moment Unfortunately

    Is Any Man Willing To Adopt Me? I'm Responsible For Myself At The Moment Unfortunately

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    #80

    Interesting

    Interesting

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    #81

    So I Guess Over 30 We Should Just Give Up?

    So I Guess Over 30 We Should Just Give Up?

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    #82

    Childfree Women Being Unhealthy

    Childfree Women Being Unhealthy

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    #83

    Bro Huh?

    Bro Huh?

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    #84

    “Reputable Mining Organization” On Today's Episode Of "What Inanimate Object Are Women Being Compared To"

    “Reputable Mining Organization” On Today's Episode Of "What Inanimate Object Are Women Being Compared To"

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    #85

    I See Your Post And Add To It

    I See Your Post And Add To It

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    #87

    All Women Have The Inherent Desire To Be A Mother. If You Disagree, You're A Demented Moralist

    All Women Have The Inherent Desire To Be A Mother. If You Disagree, You're A Demented Moralist

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    #88

    Apparently, That's What Being A Girl Is All About

     Apparently, That's What Being A Girl Is All About

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    #89

    Ah Yes, A Man Who Knows More About Women Than Women Themselves

    Ah Yes, A Man Who Knows More About Women Than Women Themselves

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    #90

    Why Is This Even Upvoted?

    Why Is This Even Upvoted?

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    #91

    Punish Her, Reward Her

    Punish Her, Reward Her

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    #92

    What's The "Reasoning" Behind Hypocrisy Like This?

    What's The "Reasoning" Behind Hypocrisy Like This?

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    #93

    Lady With Tattoos = Corrupt

    Lady With Tattoos = Corrupt

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    #94

    Apparently, Faithful Women Are Only With No Tattoos

    Apparently, Faithful Women Are Only With No Tattoos

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    #95

    Huh?

    Huh?

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    #96

    Women Cannot Be Valued For Their Career Achievements

    Women Cannot Be Valued For Their Career Achievements

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    #97

    Apparently, Women Are Naturally Expensive, Like An Object They Are

    Apparently, Women Are Naturally Expensive, Like An Object They Are

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    #98

    How Do These People Exist

    How Do These People Exist

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    #99

    This Comment

    This Comment

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    #100

    High Value

    High Value

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    #101

    Why Are Almost All The Comments Under Women's Posts On Social Media Like This? This Is Depressing

    Why Are Almost All The Comments Under Women's Posts On Social Media Like This? This Is Depressing

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    #102

    Guess I’m Brainwashed

    Guess I’m Brainwashed

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    #103

    This Guy Has “Seen Many” Women, But Only 15 Have Been Funny

    This Guy Has “Seen Many” Women, But Only 15 Have Been Funny

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