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When someone gives you a present, the polite thing to do is show appreciation, even if you didn’t love the gift. Socks for Christmas? Thanks, they're perfect! Canned soup as a birthday present? Yum. Thanks, Grandma! And one online community has become the poster child for maintaining great manners, even when presented with images that they find absolutely repulsive.

We took a trip to the Thanks, I Hate It subreddit and gathered some of their most unsettling posts below. From pics that will make you cringe to photos that you might immediately regret looking at, scroll down to see a list of images you’re probably not going to like either! Good luck scrolling through, and be sure to upvote the ones that you truly hate.

#1

Tih Braces In The Apocalypse

Character with exaggerated braces and text imagining living with braces during an apocalypse.

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Despite how off-putting its name might seem, the Thanks, I Hate It subreddit has been around since 2018 and amassed an impressive 1.7 million members. The community receives a wide variety of content, from gross food pairings to cringey tattoos, but one thing is clear: members will never run out of images to share.

To learn more about this community, we got in touch with one of the moderators on Reddit, who was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda. They noted that none of the current mods have been around since the group was formed, but they believe that the intent of this subreddit was "to show those things that are insignificant but can really bother someone in an annoying way."

"For example, a new home is built, and everything is symmetrical, except there is a random extra window somewhere that throws off the symmetry, or something you see that mildly disturbs you, it gives you that weird tingle up your spine with a scrunched face when you see it," the moderator shared. "While the 'hate' aspect is mainly hyperbolic, nowadays I think that intent has been blurred a bit and many people just post things they don't like that don't quite illicit that same feeling as the intent."

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    We also asked the moderator how they would describe the content that's shared in Thanks, I Hate It.

    "I think [it] varies, different people interpret the meaning of the sub differently," they noted. "While I don't think a lot of stuff fits with the original meaning, the sub is mostly meant to be led by the users for the most part, with mods just having a guiding hand, so things don't get out of control."

    "One of the key things is for people to be sharing things they actually experience, not just something they saw on the internet somewhere and screen shot, or a meme someone shared somewhere else," the mod added.

    #3

    Thanks, I Hate The Rich

    Smaug the dragon resting on gold, with text about his wealth compared to the wealthiest fictional characters.

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    Kira Okah
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    However, ther top one is Scrooge McDuck, and at 65.4bn, I feel that is too low for Scrooge. It's only counting that which is in his money bin, and not what is tied up in his business investments, which is what real people's wealth calculations are based upon.

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    So what are the members of this subreddit like? "For the most part, they are chill. It's a sharing website, it's not really something anyone should be taking too seriously, especially a sub like this one," the moderator told Bored Panda.

    However, they noted that they do need to do a considerable amount of moderating because many people ignore the community's rules. "There are a lot of posts in a sub with this many users, and we are volunteers who have real lives going on outside of reddit, so it can be hard to make sure everything runs totally smooth," they continued. "But we get a good amount of help from regular users who flag things that are super out of line with the rules either in content, or because they know it's been posted before, so that helps with a lot of things."

    #4

    Thanks, I Hate How Giraffes Are Stranger Than Unicorns

    Tweet humorously questioning the existence of unicorns and giraffes, highlighting a humorous take with "Thanks, I Hate It" vibe.

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

    God to angels: give it a bill, Angel: so it a bird, God: no it's a mammal, Angel: unusual but okay, God: but it's gonna lay eggs, Angel: you just said it wasn't a bird, God: I know, while you're at it, some webbed feet and oh venomous spikes........thus the platypus was born

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    "We have rules that people need to follow, and when they are clearly not followed, then we will remove the posts," the moderator says. "We do have some limits on stuff that is allowed to be posted, mostly to keep the sub civil with good quality posts over quantity of posts."

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    "We don't want people posting things just for shock value, so anything super NSFW, or gross for the sake of being gross, or anything that is just going to be controversial like politics or religion," they continued. "If you want to argue about those things because of a different of opinion, go to a sub meant for that because it's not here. This is meant to be light hearted and funny; anger and actual hate have no place here."

    #5

    Thanks, I Hate Helpless Centaur Babies

    An illustrated centaur scene showing colts with humorous expressions, referencing awkwardly running centaur babies.

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    Finally, the moderator shared a message for the group's members. "Thanks to our users for their help and for taking part in the sub, but also, for the few users who get bent out of shape for their posts being taken down, it's not personal," they noted. "We don't have a vendetta against you, we aren't on some power trip, and Reddit karma is meaningless in the real world."

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    #6

    Thanks, I Hate British Business Times

    Funny tweet about office hours and shop schedules questioning societal design.

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

    I had this conundrum with the bank. THANKFULLY, some branches are now open later in the evening on some days. Not every day. But some. And on Saturdays. I don't know how it makes sense to close a bakery at 4:30pm on a weekday.

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    #7

    Thanks I Hate Parking Lots…

    Tweet highlighting end stage capitalism frustrations about parking rates exceeding EMT wages.

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    Pandemonium
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Life choices Lia, instead of studying to save lives you should've become a few square meters of flat asphalt

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    #8

    Thanks, I Hate The Biblically Accurate Angel On The Tree

    Biblically accurate angel tree topper, adorned with numerous colorful eyes on pink feathers.

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    David
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Folks love to make the "biblically accurate angel" joke, but the bible also talks about angels that just looked like regular people. (entertaining angles unaware and all that). But at least they have it mounted on their "biblically accurate christmas tree" lololol

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    Many of the images you’ll find on this are like train wrecks. You know that they’re terrible, but you just can’t look away. And if you’re wondering why these images are so captivating, while simultaneously being upsetting, just remember how many people love watching trashy reality TV, eating McDonald’s or listening to bands like Journey. We know it’s bad, but that doesn’t mean it’s not fun!   

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    I personally am a huge fan of reality television. I grew up watching The Bachelor and every variation of The Real Housewives with my mother, and I still can’t help but enjoy the drama today (even though I’m well aware of how produced it all is). So why are we drawn to things that we love to hate?

    According to Verywell Mind, many of us do find joy in hate-watching content. And one of the common reasons for this is because we love talking about it! Hate-watching Love is Blind with your best friends is a blast because you all get to discuss which contestants are your favorites and who’s there “for the right reasons.” This can bring us closer to our friends and allow us to bond over who we all despise.  

    #9

    Thanks, I Hate This Surprise Twist On The Nigerian Scam Meme

    Stacks of cash found in an empty apartment, mentioned in a humorous tweet about unanswered emails.

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    Marie Clear
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dang it, I hate to say it, but if I found that, there would be NO photos. Nothing to see here, folks!

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    #10

    Thanks I Hate Flaccid Teeth

    Text about teeth becoming hard when hungry with humorous replies; a post no one asked for.

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    Zephyr
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aliens know about us but actively avoid us cos of s**t like this

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    Another reason why you might derive pleasure from hate-watching content is because it makes you feel better about yourself. Even if you’re single and haven’t gone on a date in months, you might feel great about your situation after watching hopeless romantics make complete fools of themselves on national television. Or better yet, you might feel validated in your choice to stop dating for a while after seeing multiple unfaithful men get dragged on TV. 

    We all love to believe that we would never behave like the contestants we’re watching or that we would know exactly what to do in their position. And it is easy to think that from the comfort of your own couch with a mouthful of popcorn!

    #11

    Thanks, I Hate Mountain Dew

    Text exchange questioning why Mountain Dew is banned in Europe and allowed in America.

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    Lost Panda
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mountain Dew is not banned in Japan... It's sold in a store less than 15 minutes from my house...

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    #12

    Thanks I Hate The Power Of Suggestion

    Tweet about misunderstanding a drink promo at 7/11, accidentally buying three drinks at full price.

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    Sometimes we even hate-watch content to feel nostalgic. Perhaps you got hooked on the first season of The Bachelor over 20 years ago, and now, you just can’t stop watching because it’s tradition! This is the same reason why we watch terrible remakes of our favorite shows and films, even though we know they’ll never live up to the originals. Nostalgia is a very powerful tool.  

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    #13

    Thanks, I Hate A**sive Parents

    Text post about a sunflower turned inward by a mom, contrasting natural growth with personal preference; humorous symbolism.

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    David
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So BP censors "a-bew-sieve" now? So ridiculous. They censor common, legit words, but they also post a never ending parade of articles about people being horrible to other people.

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    #15

    Thanks, I Hate This Guy Picking Up A Clump Of His Hair

    Text exchange about mistaking a spider for hair and the shock of killing it, an unexpected moment no one asked for.

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    You might also find yourself hate-watching, or hate-scrolling, because you have a morbid curiosity. Whether you want to see TikTok videos about a lifestyle that’s completely different from your own or YouTube vlogs about people who you consider to be hot messes, it can be hard to look away. You may have a secret desire to know what their lives are really like, or you might be watching waiting for their downfall. Either way, they’re getting views, and you’re satisfying your desire to hate-watch. It’s a win-win!  

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    #16

    Thanks I Hate Og Mr. Potato Head

    Original Mr. Potato Head kit with real potatoes and plastic parts, showcasing early toy design.

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    #18

    Thanks, I Hate This Tweet

    Tweet humorously comparing Latin students and necrophiliacs with a handshake emoji.

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    David
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm laughing, but I feel a tiny bit guilty about it so at least part of me hasn't gone to the dark side.

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    However, it’s important to set some boundaries when you’re hate-watching content or hate-scrolling through social media. At the end of the day, the content you consume does have an impact on you, whether you like it or not. If you’re constantly looking for rage bait or images that will infuriate you, you might find yourself developing a habit of being negative. Plus, you might become judgmental towards people and things you encounter in real life too. 

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    #19

    Thanks, I Hate Bone Cancer

    Close-up of a skull with bone growths labeled "Sarcoma craniosin" in a medical display.

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    #20

    Thanks I Hate Rawdogging The Decline Of Man

    Tweet about coping with the decline of humanity, questioning how anyone handles it without medication.

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    Libstak
    Community Member
    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If youre depressed like me then the world is just suddenly looking more and more how you imagined it really is out there...equilibrium has been achieved or synergy, pick your poison.

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    #21

    Thanks, I Hate It

    Hands stretching translucent slime, with humorous caption about unexpected moments.

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    Renee Kamphuys
    Community Member
    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mucus plug. It's natural and should be taught in school. I was so scared the first time, I thought I had a miscarriage or smt

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    There’s also a huge difference between innocently mocking content in the Thanks, I Hate It subreddit and leaving real hate comments on people’s personal accounts. Remember the “Golden Rule,” and don’t get carried away with your remarks online. Having a watch party with your friends and sharing your unfiltered opinions in person is one thing, but targeting reality TV stars online is something else completely. Remember to be respectful, and if you have to, you can always just say, “Thanks, I hate it.” 

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    #23

    Thanks I Hate Pay-Per-Use Spike Benches

    Coin-operated park bench that prevents sitting, featuring spikes controlled by a mechanism.

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    Are you hating these images as much as we are, pandas? Keep upvoting the ones that grind your gears, and let us know in the comments below what kind of content you truly hate to see. Then, if you’re looking for another Bored Panda article featuring this upsetting subreddit, we’ve got you covered right here

    #25

    Thanks, I Hate This Captcha

    Captcha puzzle with Waldo, featuring a busy, colorful crowd scene from Reddit's blursedimages community.

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    Hyacinth (Any pronouns)
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey guys read the directions again, and then read the very small text under it. BP missed one.

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    #27

    Thanks, I Hate Rainbow Farts

    Person in colorful outfit bending over on a beach, with a rainbow perfectly aligned behind them.

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    #29

    Thanks, I Hate Styrosteve

    Styrofoam head with girlfriend's hair strands draped over it from an absurd and humorous photo collection.

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    #31

    Thanks, I Hate Spider-Man

    Spider-Man meme with distorted faces in four panels, creating a funny yet awkward visual effect.

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    RamiRudolph
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think they would've made a mask where the actor couldn't look out of.

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    #32

    Thanks, I Hate What Happened To Discourse About Nietzsche

    Philosophy meme highlighting Nietzsche's views on nihilism and its impact, with humorous commentary.

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    Ace
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't hate this, as I have no friggin idea what they're talking about.

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    #33

    Thanks, I Hate This

    Hilton hotel exterior and unidentified man's face, related to an unusual incident involving a hotel manager.

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    Zephyr
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Makes me wonder, if this isn't the first time he's doing this, who were the previous guests to allow it to in, this and other messed up questions I have to think about today due to Bored Panda articles

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    #35

    Thanks, I Hate Jimmy Fallon

    Cartoon of a talk show featuring a guest with no skin, discussing his condition humorously with the host.

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    Nizumi
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If anyone should know what that feels like, it's Jimmy Fallon (ring avulsion incident).

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    #37

    Thanks, I Hate Ratatouille Now

    Cartoon parody of rat cooking scenario with unexpected insects and a skull.

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    David
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Remember kids, this isn't real. Real human chefs just have several thousand mites living on their face/head.

    #38

    Thanks, I Hate Unfolding A Heart

    Diagrams showing a heart-like structure unfolded into different shapes for humorous effect.

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    I Need More Espresso
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It doesn't though. (Source: I'm a veterinarian who has cut up a lot of cattle hearts for disease surveillance)

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    #39

    Thanks, I Hate Buzz Lightyear Without His Space Suit

    Drawing of a purple character holding a disassembled toy figure on lined paper.

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    #40

    Thanks, I Hate This

    Survey results on common issues faced by recent college graduates during job interviews, shown on a TV screen.

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    Na Schi
    Community Member
    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If half of the people ask for "unreasonable compensation" the companies should ask themselves if maybe those compensations are instead reasonable and people are right. (On the other hand: bringing your parents or refusing to turn on your camera is indeed a no go).

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    #41

    Thanks, I Hate The Self-Fulfillment Of Skynet

    Cartoon character reacting humorously to the military creating a robot that eats organisms, showcasing unwanted technology.

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    Tom Hardeveld
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    mom, why is my roomba looking at me like that? Why is it licking it's lips? Why does it have lips!

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    #43

    Thanks, I Hate Womb Windows

    Animated character with a muscular body and a brain in the torso stands pointing in a cityscape.

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    Enuya
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the womb had a window, then everybody would finally be able to see that an embryo and even early foetus IS NOT a baby thus everybody would support an abortion.

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    #44

    Thanks, I Hate Cheeseburgers

    Cheeseburger concept with text calling it a dead cow covered in its own lactations, next to an image of a cow.

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    reuben kift
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll look at this picture whilest eating a burger and not feel an ounce of disgust or regret.

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    #46

    Thanks, I Hate Toy Story

    Toy Story scene highlighting identical friends of Andy, humorously noted for their clone-like appearance.

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    ZuriLovesYou
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Give them a break. It was their first computer animated movie!

    #47

    Thanks, I Hate This Mod That Turns The Cat From Stray Into Cj

    Video game character CJ modded to walk like a cat in a green field, showcasing unexpected gaming creativity.

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    #48

    Thanks, I Hate Free Movie Night

    Building with a large projection of a quirky indoor scene covering its wall at night.

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    #49

    Thanks, I Hate Whatever The F**k This Is

    Automatic transmission valve bodies look like complex circuits, amusingly compared to evil sigils in a humorous meme.

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    reuben kift
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    3 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, the title managed to surpass the censorship algorithm.

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    #51

    Thanks, I Hate It

    Social media post showing backlash over a poolside photo, includes humorous and critical comments.

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    Deborah
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's "onlyfans"? I know I keep asking for a lot of clarification here, but I'd like to know what I'm reading about.

    Makenzie McNeal
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A site where all forms of adult funtime can be found with a paid subscription.

    Zephyr343
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a website where amateur adult entertainers perform various intimate actions (either solo or more) for money.

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    #52

    Thanks, I Hate Gamer Juice

    Anime characters with captions: "The Boyfriend" holding a drink, "The Girlfriend" staring, related to a funny meme post.

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    David
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alex, I'll take "Stories that didn't happen" for $600 please. /j

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    #53

    Thanks, I Hate Getting My Packages Stolen

    Woman holding a package humorously indicating her tenant is late on rent, showcasing a unique, unexpected scenario.

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    Wood Carver
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a felony in like most places I believe..... Posting it seems like a good way to get arrested

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    #54

    Thanks, I Hate Fart Class

    Double-decker airplane seats with three people sitting, showcasing unique design.

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    Wood Carver
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All I ever think about this design is airplanes already smell like farts but having that green shirt dude right at face height is gonna be a no for me

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    #55

    Thanks, I Hate Reddit Recap

    Reddit mascot in two panels: standing and in a wheelchair. Text reads "How it started vs How it's going".

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    #56

    Thanks, I Hate Reviewing Service Industry Employees

    Humorous cashier rating receipt with exaggerated criteria, including "demeanor of the gods," reflecting unexpected humor.

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    #57

    Thanks, I Hate Everything About This News Article

    Tweet about unusual event in front of a Dollar Tree store, highlighting a dramatic incident and widespread online attention.

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    #58

    Thanks, I Hate This X-Ray

    X-ray showing a skeleton with an unusual internal object resembling a fist, highlighting unexpected medical imagery.

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    #60

    Thanks, I Hate The Way Jeff Bezos Is Getting His Hand Held By His New Fiancé

    Two people holding hands, contrasting skin tones and wristbands, against a blurred background.

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    Tom Hardeveld
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why is he dating an alien? Who did he pick up there when he went to space!?

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