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Hypothetically, what would you do if your dog started speaking English? For example, you came home one day, and you heard your dog talking on the phone? Asking for a friend

If you’re in the mood to read about some oddly detailed scenarios that might make you raise your eyebrows, you’ve come to the right place, pandas. Below, we’ve gathered some of our favorite posts from the Suspiciously Specific subreddit that might have you wondering what inspired people to post them. Enjoy reading about these hilarious, bizarre situations, and be sure to upvote the pics that make you wonder what these people have been through! 

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Free Coffee

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

I did not see it going there.. I was thinking swap places so they all return the right car to right place, but they all insist they are the same person who left with it.

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We all know there’s no limits to what you can find online. Whether you want hard hitting news, adorable pictures of cats, shocking videos on TikTok or photos of your friends’ vacations, you can find it all! But one interesting niche of content is “suspiciously specific” posts. This genre contains all of the questionable tweets, Facebook posts and more that describe bizarre, sometimes “hypothetical,” scenarios that might have you wondering who in the world is actually experiencing these things.

And while this kind of content can be found in all of the different corners of the internet, one place that compiles plenty of this content is the Suspiciously Specific subreddit. This group was created in 2018 but has already amassed an impressive 1.3 million members. The community has more recently transitioned to focusing on Among Us fanart and memes, but lucky for us, members had already shared a variety of hilarious, oddly specific posts.  

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Gracelynn, Where Art Thou?

Gracelynn, Where Art Thou?

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New Fear Unlocked

New Fear Unlocked

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

Why would every woman fear late marriage? There's plenty who would applaud being able to marry at an age of their choosing instead of quite young. Then there's plenty who don't want to marry at all. I'll stick to checking for snakes, thank you.

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2020 Was So Easy Back Then

2020 Was So Easy Back Then

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

Tf? We suddenly started playing Fallout when I wasn’t looking? Where’s my adorable canine companion and my power armour dammit!

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I think we’ve all been in a scenario where we asked a question “for a friend,” that was a bit too specific to ask if we didn’t actually have experience with the topic… “My friend is having relationship troubles,” or, “My cousin has a medical question that she’s too embarrassed to ask.” Well, many of these posts are the virtual equivalents of those, often used for comedic effect of course. And according to Candace Osmond at Grammarist, this is an easy way for us to save face when we’re worried about being judged.

While there’s no way of pinpointing exactly where the classic “asking for a friend” phrase came from, it doesn’t seem to be anything new. Anonymous advice columns have been popular in newspapers and websites for decades, so it’s no surprise that we’ve implemented a similar style of posting on social media as well. Even if something is shared “hypothetically,” if it’s too specific, it’s going to raise some eyebrows.        

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Nicknames

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Although many of the posts on this list were shared online for comedic purposes, regardless of whether they’re referring to real situations or not, this content got me wondering about whether we’re oversharing online. As much fun as posting on social media can be, we have to remember to have boundaries too. According to Van-Hau Trieu, Senior Lecturer in Information Systems at Deakin University, and Vanessa Cooper, Professor of Information Systems at RMIT University, there are personal and professional risks associated with oversharing. Research has shown that over half of us have anxiety surrounding our family, friends and coworkers sharing photos or videos that we don’t want public. 

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

If you're really desperate, and the "one last drink before you go?" didn't work, leave the room and change into nightwear and return to the room and say "oh well, we're off to bed now."

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#12

That's Something

That's Something

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Lama
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In an already slightly moldy tub of yoghurt, sitting in the back of the fridge. But in view, only half obscured by a vaguely orange tupperware with some cheese and half a tomato in it, and maybe an almost empty jar of pickles. Stick your hand in there, agent Smith.

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Oversharing often has innocent intentions, though, as it’s linked to how we’re feeling. “When we feel strong emotions, we often use social media to communicate with and get support from friends, family and colleagues,” Trieu and Cooper write. “We might share good news when we feel happy or excited, or anger and frustration might drive us to vent about our employers. When emotional, it is easy for us to cross the boundary between work and social life, underestimating the consequences of social media posts that can quickly go viral.”

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You Can't Put Them Anywhere

You Can't Put Them Anywhere

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

Forget astrological signs, tell me your childhood compulsive behaviour foreshadowing lifelong hangups. Mine was never being able to use video game powerups because I might regret not having them later.

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To ensure that we aren’t oversharing too much online, Trieu and Cooper recommend that we all set defined boundaries between our personal and professional lives. Inform your friends, family and colleagues about these boundaries, and rethink your relationships with anyone who doesn’t respect them. It can also be wise to create separate social media accounts for personal and professional use, or to keep your pages private to ensure you know exactly who’s able to view your content.

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Roosters Are The Best

Roosters Are The Best

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Debby Keir
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Neighbour keeps hens and a rooster. Henhouse is next to a street light. Light makes the rooster crow, day and night. Roosters only last a year or so before they die of exhaustion.....We are currently in the no rooster phase - yay.

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Well Then

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It’s also important to make sure that you respect the boundaries of others. If you plan on posting photos or videos of friends, it’s courteous to ask for their permission before sharing them publicly. And if anyone asks not to be featured on your account, make sure that you don’t overstep. Trieu and Cooper also add to share consciously online, to avoid making mistakes. They recommend staying offline when you’re feeling emotional, especially when you’re upset, and to always consider who will see your content before publishing it. If there’s anything you don’t want family or colleagues to see, perhaps it shouldn’t be out there. 

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Ok Josh

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

I did something similar to prank one of my friends, but it was broccoli. She still talks about it, and has no idea it was me. I'll never tell.

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Relatable

Relatable

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

me too! I am in an inn, there are shadowy figures everywhere. my flagon is full and my horse is being tended to...

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Ok

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

My cat brought in a baby bird once, and I rescued it from the feline terrorist and nursed it back to health. I put it into a pizza box and named it Pizza.Two days later I released it back into the wild, and watched from the patio as a crow came and carried it away. But I knew the crows in the trees had babies. I was heartbroken but... that's nature. I am still unsure how I feel about that. Moral dilemma.

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It’s always wise to do periodic clean ups on your social media accounts as well. If you find something from 5 years ago that doesn’t align with your beliefs anymore, just delete it. Yes, it’s possible that plenty of people have already viewed it, but you have the chance to minimize who else can or even eliminate anyone else from seeing it in the future. Especially for the average person who doesn’t have a huge following online, it can make a big difference to simply hit delete on questionable posts.      

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#22

What Did The Frog Do?

What Did The Frog Do?

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Emma S
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is an American thing. Try telling someone how they can decorate their home or garden that they own in the UK and you won't get very far. You'd be laughed out of court.

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Mood

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

Reminds me of the time I asked my supervisor to give me all my remaining holiday time just to get away from a toxic workplace as soon and for as long as possible. My first day back supervisor gives me a hearty "So you're relaxed and refreshed now that you're back after your break." no doubt expecting an enthusiastic eager beaver response. I just look him straight in eye and said deadpan "I'm back."

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#24

Dementia Is A Game For 2 Or More Players

Dementia Is A Game For 2 Or More Players

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

The fact that this is an actual thing that happens a lot, damn! Those deathbed confessions hey! Parcast have a great podcast called Deathbed Confessions

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If you’re worried about oversharing, Trieu and Cooper recommend treating social media like your own personal brand. “If you wouldn’t say it to your colleagues and managers, don’t post it online,” they write. “Social media can enrich our professional and personal lives, but ill-considered posts and oversharing can be damaging to yourself and others. Being smart on social media is something we need to get better at in our professional lives, just as much as our personal lives.”

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There’s No One In Their Basement

There’s No One In Their Basement

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

I'm willing to bet that no one is walking down the interstate right now, completely nude except for a pair of buttless chaps, with green Jell-O smeared all over their body, holding a live chicken in one hand and a copy of the 1974, week 42 TV Guide in the other.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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

Actually that is a fair point. Why do mobile games want access to photo galleries and camera on your phone?

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#27

114 Is A Lot Of Cats, For Sure

114 Is A Lot Of Cats, For Sure

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

Why would you want to fight them off? Why not just accept what we all know to be true and bow down to our feline overlords? Pet some of the cats while you're down there.

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We hope you’re enjoying all of these suspiciously specific posts from social media, pandas. Keep upvoting the ones you find particularly intriguing, and feel free to share about your own oddly specific “hypothetical” situations in the comments below. Then, if you’re looking for even more bizarre and oddly specific posts, feel free to check out this Bored Panda article next! 

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Could You Imagine

Could You Imagine

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

That is now a life goal for me. I didn't have any before. Thank you for this.

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Does This Go Here

Does This Go Here

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Guilty As Charged...

Guilty As Charged...

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Fyi

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

Thank you, I heard they dug my hole up but I hid the body deeper so thanks to you I'm not in jail for murdering the president of Malaysia

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With Your Hair Softly Blowing In The Wind

With Your Hair Softly Blowing In The Wind

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

No. I feel like a disappointed English teacher. And like a NORMAL person, I make that duck face and look disappointed, like a student just tried to tell me the real narrative of an over-annotated classic. Duh.

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It’s A Family Secret

It’s A Family Secret

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

I've told this story before, so forgive me if you've heard it already: had a friend give me her mom's recipe for Coca-Cola cake, then got ticked off when I gave the "secret family recipe" to friends. 1) she never told me it was a secret prior to me giving it out; 2) I bought a cookbook of bake sale recipes a couple decades later, and guess what was in it, almost verbatim?

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Sky Bird!

Sky Bird!

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Does Your Town Have A Horseback Jesus?

Does Your Town Have A Horseback Jesus?

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Owen
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my city, right on my block, we have Old Nessa. She is a lovely old lady who quietly drinks in the same spot every afternoon for about three hours. She knows everyone and every piece of gossip. If you want any gossip, give her a cigarette and she'll tell you everything. She is very kind. [Edit: Old Nessa is not homeless. She goes out for a few hours every day to get away from her boyfriend, who she constantly complains about. She's 76yrs old and has a toyboy 20yrs younger. Go Nessa!]

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I Want A Tree From This Guy

I Want A Tree From This Guy

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MabelPines76
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mrs. Evans would put the weed in her purse, buy a tree and have the best time ever putting those ornaments on.

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Is There Something You Need To Tell Us?

Is There Something You Need To Tell Us?

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

Reading about Ben Franklin makes me think he would be disappointed you aren't sharing

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Only A 7.5

Only A 7.5

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The Future People

The Future People

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Saw This Gem While Browsing Twitter

Saw This Gem While Browsing Twitter

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You Have To Accept This

You Have To Accept This

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That Product Would Sell Well

That Product Would Sell Well

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Jules (they/them)
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This sounds like something Stan Pines would do (Gravity Falls). He was at one point a traveling salesman and failed miserably. And then the Mystery Shack is kind of a amalgamation of confused interest. "The Man Baby. 'Am I a man? Am I a baby? These are legitimate questions.'"

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What Is Denny’s Even On

What Is Denny’s Even On

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Sounds Like Someone Didn’t Have Fun

Sounds Like Someone Didn’t Have Fun

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

Disney seems like a nightmare. My desire to go is in the negative range. If I got free tickets, I still wouldn't go.

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Who Says It Isn’t

Who Says It Isn’t

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VonBlade
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

See also : Quicksand, being on fire, and being offered sweeties by strangers.

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The First Rule Of Waffle House Is

The First Rule Of Waffle House Is

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Highly Recommend 10/10

Highly Recommend 10/10

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I Needed To Hear That. Thank You

I Needed To Hear That. Thank You

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That's Interesting

That's Interesting

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

I can write cursive and am the family IT guy. Because I'm not a selfish wad I taught all my family the dos and don'ts of obvious scams, and thus they get no viruses and no nigerian princes or people escaping the middle east to be found.

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But You Know, Just Hypothetically

But You Know, Just Hypothetically

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Gotta Love The Early 2000’s

Gotta Love The Early 2000’s

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Perfect Reason To Study Computer Science

Perfect Reason To Study Computer Science

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

I thought it was going to be 1) finding work in you field of study and 2) quickly paying off your student loans but that would not have been nearly as entertaining

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#75

Discussing A 30-Year Lease

Discussing A 30-Year Lease

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Russian Back Flip Tomahawk Throw!

Russian Back Flip Tomahawk Throw!

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Im Sorry I Didn't Quite Catch That

Im Sorry I Didn't Quite Catch That

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

I have licked a Himalayan salt lamp...not on Tinder date though...anyway they are really, really salty. Do not recommend.

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An Ego Booster

An Ego Booster

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

Ali is the big Kurdish dude who makes bomb-a*s falafel in town and he calls everybody "My friend!" in such a way that you honestly believe him.

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Sounds Like A Dream Job

Sounds Like A Dream Job

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

Fun thing to do : Every time you play a game where there are generic "oof/ow/nrgh" noises, imagine them in the booth recording those. 'Yes that oof sounded good, but remember you're a hip skater who has just bumped into a taxi, give it more oofness'.

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Not A Bad Idea

Not A Bad Idea

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

"cause untold damage" is what they said at the time the Suez canal was being built. There hasn't been an engineering project in the whole history of the world that hasn't attracted negative comments.

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Just Imagine

Just Imagine

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

This hits home hard for me. I worked in a Blockbusters, and I used to drink Relentless on shift because I got a discount. I got so hyper once that I had to go outside and smoke three cigarettes at once to calm me. I was 18. Those were the glory days.

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Sounds Like A Cry For Help

Sounds Like A Cry For Help

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Pass The Mic

Pass The Mic

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

Haha always had 4+ copies of each artist on my iPod as a kid. Was so annoying. Man those were the days

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#88

I Drive A Manual Because I Need To Be Forced To Focus On What I'm Doing

I Drive A Manual Because I Need To Be Forced To Focus On What I'm Doing

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

I drive both manual (stick shift) and automatic. What's the difficulty here?

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Ok Elon

Ok Elon

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

That's exactly what someone who's trying to cover up the secret creation of a zombie apocalyps to generate demand for flamethrowers would say

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