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When you think about it, the internet is a democracy. Whether you're the President, an award-winning scientist, or just a spiteful troll, you can create a Twitter account and go from one thread to another, explaining to other users why they're stupid. However, if you're actually doing it, that's precisely what you need to keep in mind. It's just a matter of time before you run into someone who can call out your BS. And when that happens, you're going to end up on the subreddit r/DontYouKnowWhoIam. Like the name suggests, this online community is dedicated to those spicy moments when people were oblivious to who they were talking to, and has collected quite a lot of them since its inception in 2015. Here are some of the best ones.

Even though there's a line between self- and over-confidence, trusting in your judgment can help you become successful in life.

Both verbal and nonverbal communication can be extremely effective at garnering positive attention and influence in groups. According to one hypothesis (the presumption of calibration hypothesis), people generally assume others have the self-knowledge to know how confident they should be, and we also assume they will truthfully communicate this confidence to us (the so-called truth bias), unless extenuating circumstances suggest otherwise.

So whenever we see confidence, we tend to find it compelling, and we expect it to be justified.

#4

The Guy Then Came At Him Saying He Violated The Hippocratic Oath

The Guy Then Came At Him Saying He Violated The Hippocratic Oath

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

Anyone else so sick of the vaccine argument? Should mention I'm not anti-vax. Have had covid twice myself. Edit: Was asked how I had it twice. First time I likely caught it in a post office. Only place I'd been for weeks as most of the country was shut. Second time my partner tested positive and then I did.

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#5

Red Faces All Round

Red Faces All Round

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

Same thing happened to Bob Dylan! The bouncer wouldn't let him in , in his own gig, as he did not recognize him!

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Interestingly, some research has reported that being overconfident while participating in a group activity did not damage the person’s reputation — individuals who trusted their task performance (but were later revealed to be worse at the task than they had claimed) did not suffer a severe drop in their social status in the group relative to someone who had been well-calibrated.

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The researchers concluded that "the status benefits of overconfidence outweighed any possible status costs."

So extreme cases aside, being featured on r/DontYouKnowWhoIam might not be the worst thing that can happen to you.

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Becky Says Do Your Research About Vaccines Y’all!

Becky Says Do Your Research About Vaccines Y’all!

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River Webb
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

where did you "look them up"? some mum group where essential oils are the equivalent to some miracle cure?

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#11

Karen vs. Owner

Karen vs. Owner

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Adam C
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"I want you fired, you and you and you! FIRED!!" what's wrong with you people?

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#12

Accusing A Former Us Secretary Of Labor Of Being A Keyboard Warrior

Accusing A Former Us Secretary Of Labor Of Being A Keyboard Warrior

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#13

Physician Didn't Read A (Verified) Acct Bio Of Another Doctor Before Patronising Him About His Area Of Expertise

Physician Didn't Read A (Verified) Acct Bio Of Another Doctor Before Patronising Him About His Area Of Expertise

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karla Meixnerová
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There are people in my country who believe that Ivermektin (actualy horse pill to get them rid of tapeworms) can cure covid. Eventhougt, there is no study to prove that, some people eat this, they overdose on it and end up in hospital with covid and also kidney failure...

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Accusing The Artist Based On Images From The Artist’s Own Website

Accusing The Artist Based On Images From The Artist’s Own Website

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

Similar happened to me. My art teacher almost failed me because she said my drawings weren't free-hand. They totally were and I did one of them all over again with her there, she shut up after that.

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#16

Tony Hawk Tries To Rent A Car

Tony Hawk Tries To Rent A Car

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

Because even if it wasn't THE Tony Hawk, there cannot be anyone else with this name around... (/s just to be safe)

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#17

What Are The Odds, Really?

What Are The Odds, Really?

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#18

Director Is Asked What Her Job Is

Director Is Asked What Her Job Is

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Marcellus II
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When you say "young lady" you must already know you're doing it wrong. Unless you address the rest as "old man", "middle-aged ambiguous person", etc.

Goth mouse (they/them)
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I dont really get calling someone a young lady or a young man??? You wouldn’t call someone an old lady or an old man 🤔

Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honestly "young lady" is something your mum would say and even then i don't find it okay

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

I hate how men talked down to women. Terms like young lady sweetheart darling etc are condescending. Why do men talk to woman like they are little girls.

Linda Robinett
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This "young lady" stuff has got to stop!!! Even if she had been the woman who brings the people their coffee, she deserves respect.

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

I had a coworker who used to say "girl" all the time, but self-corrected, so I gave him some slack.

Steve Fischer
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She then asked the coordinator what's your role on the set now that you're fired

Donald Holder
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm the director. Pick up your last paycheck. I notify the production manager you're on the way.

P.A.B.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was the Program Director of a successful child care center and had a really nice office. One day, we had the Fire Department visit the kids on Friends in Our Community Day, complete with the firefighters in their gear and, of course, their truck. While the classes were outside exploring the truck, the HR Director came over for a visit. I’m brown-skinned and was pretty young, and she was Caucasian, in her early sixties. While we were chatting in my office, standing at the window watching the kids, a firefighter came in and joined the chat, sat in the “executive” chair, and then asked “Mary” if it was ok if he sat in her chair as he spun around in it. Mary looked at him, looked at me, and laughed. I very casually told him that this was my office, but, sure, he could sit in my chair. He jumped up, apologized profusely, hugged me and turned redder than his fire truck. He said he would never judge a book by its cover again. 😉

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

Another condescending title is "little lady". I calmly tell them, "I am not little; I'm taller than YOU. Also, the 'lady' part is questionable once you hear me speak, you f*cktard, p*ss encrusted, sh*t stain. They don't call me little lady again, and they avoid eye contact.

Kelly Hartle
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was actually a little fun to meet someone with this condescending attitude while I was practicing law--I'm a woman who at the time looked younger than I was, so it was always a pleasure to show a good old boy lawyer that I wasn't the ignorant innocent he thought I was.

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

Anybody calling a a grown-up woman a 'young lady' is clearly ready for retirement.

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

10-year-olds can perhaps be addressed as "young lady", but after that it's usually just an insult.

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

Young lady? That person is setting the wrong foot forward already. Even saying ma'am still, no.

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

I'm in my mid-70s. When fellas call me 'dear', or 'love' I always respond in kind - e.g. 'That's quite ok, pet'. It's quite funny watching the double-take, followed immediately by a respect that wasn't previously there.

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

Knew I'd find something that's a perfect fit for this... Reporter asks Lisa Su, CEO of AMD if she speaks English, and how she got access to Formula 1 track. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Im6xQyglYuU

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

"young lady" is a common & courteous way to address women of almost all age groupings. being "on set" & not knowing who the director, and other major players are by sight - from most angles, is a major phopaah..

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

idk why being called young lady, offends ppl so much. ive been called that before, n i think its cute.

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

Yea I get called this a lot especially by drunk older men I pass by in the street.

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

Another old guy unable to cope with societal change to one unbiased by gender, race and culture. Poor schlep rock.

Pan Paweł
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Movie sets are usually quite big and some crew members don't even know who is a director, nothing special.

Mary Peace
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you don't know who someone is, of course you can ask, it's the form of address that was the problem.

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Donald Holder
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't know about all this seriously"hurt feelings" now days thanks to the #MeToo generation. I am old enough to recognize and remember that "young Lady" was a compliment. And was said to all women that a guy would talk to regardless of age.

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

It can also be an insult especially when you’re at work. Excuse me, young lady, but can you get the engineer or director. Speaker thinks ‘she’ll think that’s a compliment or flattery because I’m calling her young’ Rest of the world ‘this speaker is assuming that the person can’t be the engineer or the director. Also, the speaker is not being professional.’

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Glirpy
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3 years ago (edited)

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Fake. Everyone knows who the director is on a movie set.

Demi Zwaan
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Yes, well, if you don't know who the director is and don't know who a particular person is, it's quite alright to ask them. This is not wrong.

Jo Morris
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But "young lady" is condescending and inappropriate to anyone, whether it's the director or the cleaner.

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#20

Sauna Advice

Sauna Advice

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Demi Zwaan
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Exactly! A sauna doesn't have to be uncomfortable to be 'good for you' at all! It should be something relaxing, that's all. It might be good for your hearth health, but there's not that much evidence that saunas have health benefits. Still, getting uncomfortably hot is not good.

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#21

A Different Kind Of Dykwim

A Different Kind Of Dykwim

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

This one is the most understandable so far. It does seem like a rude question out of nowhere.

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#22

Ah Well

Ah Well

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Andy Acceber
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Okay, awkward. But how can you believe super rich people aren't changing the world? They're definitely changing it. No one said, "for the better."

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#23

My Friend Is A Scientist, So Exchanges Like This Occur Almost Every Day

My Friend Is A Scientist, So Exchanges Like This Occur Almost Every Day

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#24

Running "Coach" Meets The Runner He Bases His Training On

Running "Coach" Meets The Runner He Bases His Training On

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#26

Asian? It Must Be A Chinese Puppet Handler

Asian? It Must Be A Chinese Puppet Handler

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#27

Spotted On Tictac

Spotted On Tictac

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

"Wasp" is a category, with quite a few insects in it. This is like saying "That's not a primate, it's a chimpanzee!"

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#28

Please Educate Yourself About Vaccines

Please Educate Yourself About Vaccines

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#29

Someone Lied On Their Resume

Someone Lied On Their Resume

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#30

In All Fairness I Don't Tend To Wear T-Shirts With My Boss's Name On Them

In All Fairness I Don't Tend To Wear T-Shirts With My Boss's Name On Them

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White Wolf
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just covering up a nasty and not a single bit funny comment from Demi Zwaan.

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#31

Oh You R So Cool And Must Be A Really Important Person

Oh You R So Cool And Must Be A Really Important Person

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Chris Wade
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's a troll account. Their name is "Petty" and just look at the profile picture haha

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#32

Having A Ba In Politics Is Better Than Being A Constitutional Lawyer, Right?

Having A Ba In Politics Is Better Than Being A Constitutional Lawyer, Right?

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#34

Youtube Doing What Youtube Does Best

Youtube Doing What Youtube Does Best

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

youtube works in wondrous ways. "You indicated you didn't like channels about sports, so here are another 30 recommended channels about sports."

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#35

Explaining What Baguette Means To A French Person

Explaining What Baguette Means To A French Person

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River Webb
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"NO! I may have never spoken French, nor do I know anything about the language, but I know I'm right!!"

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#36

Man Who Helped Legalise Gay Marriage In Gb Accused Of Doing Nothing For Lesbians

Man Who Helped Legalise Gay Marriage In Gb Accused Of Doing Nothing For Lesbians

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

I know people make jokes to the contrary but people don't actually think with their genitals. If someone identifies as a woman and they are solely attracted to other women, they're a lesbian.

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#37

Guys Tells John Wayne Parr, That He's Friends With John Wayne Parr

Guys Tells John Wayne Parr, That He's Friends With John Wayne Parr

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#38

Tried To Start Some Racial Nonsense

Tried To Start Some Racial Nonsense

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Demi Zwaan
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So not dark enough to be considered black by the black community, but definitely not white enough to be considered white by the white community. What a wonderful life :( Why do people care about skin color this much?

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#39

Arnold The Schwarzenegger

Arnold The Schwarzenegger

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#40

Twitter Telling The Autor To Read His Own Article

Twitter Telling The Autor To Read His Own Article

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#41

Flight Attendant Doesn’t Know Tony Hawk Is Flying With Them

Flight Attendant Doesn’t Know Tony Hawk Is Flying With Them

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#42

My Man, You Aren't Him

My Man, You Aren't Him

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

Glad to see a celebrity owning up to what they did (or, well... didn't do) and that they have now changed for the better. This was a more wholesome post than I expected in this list :)

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#43

People Who Play Video Games Can’t Possibly Know Anything About Children!

People Who Play Video Games Can’t Possibly Know Anything About Children!

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#44

Asking A Veteran Nasa Propulsion Engineer If He Knows Anything About Rockets

Asking A Veteran Nasa Propulsion Engineer If He Knows Anything About Rockets

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

I was amazed when I learned a neighbour used to work for NASA and help make the parts. As a kid I was like "Whooaaa did you get to fly in a rocket?" "No"

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#45

Found This One On A Mcdonalds Ice Cream Machine Meme

Found This One On A Mcdonalds Ice Cream Machine Meme

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Demi Zwaan
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If that thing is out of commission every day at the same time, maybe POST THAT SOMEWHERE PUBLICALLY? So people know not to come at that time for their ice cream? It's not like we do it on purpose, how are we supposed to know when the machine is out?

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#46

Local Antivaxxer Says The Covid Vaccine Isn’t Actually A Vaccine

Local Antivaxxer Says The Covid Vaccine Isn’t Actually A Vaccine

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

I have sadly seen a lot of people make the incorrect claim that it isn't an actual vaccine.

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#47

Gathering: The Magic

Gathering: The Magic

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Andy Acceber
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The poster says the official age to play is 13+ but repeats that it's a children's card game. How old do they think children are?

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#48

Always Nice To See People Immediately Proven Wrong

Always Nice To See People Immediately Proven Wrong

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#50

My Favourite Artist Unrecognised

My Favourite Artist Unrecognised

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

Too be honest, why would people always know how an artist looks? I mean, sure, if it's a singer or actor, you'd know. But I'm a fan of some painters and writers and I don't know what they look like. Doesn't matter either. I love their work, I don't need to Google their private life and see what they look like, etc.

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#51

Olympic Skateboarder Margielyn Didal With Some Guy

Olympic Skateboarder Margielyn Didal With Some Guy

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#52

No, I Am The Professor Of Constitutional Law

No, I Am The Professor Of Constitutional Law

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

Your qualifications mean nothing on the interwebs and are easily overshadowed by that one youtuber who barely touched a dictionary.

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#53

Was This Postes Before? Idk. Anyway... Airbnb Bad

Was This Postes Before? Idk. Anyway... Airbnb Bad

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

Airbnb is bad in many ways. They encourage landlords to throw out tenants because they can make more from tourists, they don't pay tourist taxes, they don't care about the disturbance that tourists cause in residential areas and they drive up the rents in tourist areas. Yes Airbnb Bad

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#54

Isaac, Captain Of Afc Richmond, Not Being Recognized?!

Isaac, Captain Of Afc Richmond, Not Being Recognized?!

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

Unknown guy is unknown. Being a local celebrity doesn't mean that everyone in the entire world knows you.

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#56

TV Network Has No Info Just Yet For The Show’s Executive Producer

TV Network Has No Info Just Yet For The Show’s Executive Producer

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#57

I Just Raced It Yesterday, So

I Just Raced It Yesterday, So

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

I mean, he can still disagree. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Lol.

#58

“Also, I’m Here Watching My Son Sebastian Play”

“Also, I’m Here Watching My Son Sebastian Play”

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#60

Jake Tapper: Famous For Never Talking About Afghanistan. I Hear He Didn't Even Write A Book

Jake Tapper: Famous For Never Talking About Afghanistan. I Hear He Didn't Even Write A Book

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#61

But Have You Heard It?

But Have You Heard It?

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#62

Imagine Telling The Creator Of Dogecoin What Dogecoin Is!

Imagine Telling The Creator Of Dogecoin What Dogecoin Is!

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

But she's not wrong. Cryptocurrency isn't as safe and solid as people think it is.

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