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Unpopular opinions—chances are, we all have them. Whether we voice them or not is up to us entirely, but of course, some people cannot resist a chance to share their thoughts in some online threads, especially if you can hide behind an avatar and a username that probably isn’t going to expose your real identity to anyone (unless you don’t care, that is).

A popular Twitter user by the name of @jzux aka ‘trash jones’ asked her followers to share their most benign unpopular opinions. As expected, the thread was too hard to resist for a lot of the bird app users as the tweet went viral, receiving over 21.4K quote tweets as well as a lot of entertaining replies under the original post itself.

With that being said, if you’d like to see what is this all about, then think no further and scroll down below to see if you agree or disagree with some of the statements these people shared online.

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    Interestingly enough, the Georgia Institute of Technology has actually done studies in regard to unpopular opinions people have. Using the data found (that was based on a popular subreddit called R/unpopularopinion), Dasom Eom, Linh Hoang, and Gerry Oei came to some rather interesting conclusions based on their study.

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    Their research heavily links to a social phenomenon called the spiral of silence. To understand this better, first, you have to know what the theory of the spiral of silence entails. German political scientist Elisabeth Noelle-Neumann developed the spiral of silence theory, which combines political science and mass communication. It claims that a person's desire to express their own beliefs is influenced by how they perceive the distribution of the general public's opinions.

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

    Making your whole identity about your mental illness is weird too. I understand that being deep down in the hole that is clinical depression makes it hard to see anything beyond that, but you get perfectly functioning humans build a whole new personality and lifestyle around a diagnosis.

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    The development of internet technology and online communication has recently prompted people to speak out and share their opinions in public online, shattering the barrier of the spiral of silence. Users can openly post and discuss socially undesirable opinions on the subreddit r/unpopularopinion. In this exact study, the forum was studied using the results from participant interviews and community observation. Then they also presented a descriptive analysis to demonstrate how the online space aids its users in overcoming the spiral of silence.

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

    It works, just not for you. Or me. Or anyone outside a very small, very wealthy minority.

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    In conclusion, one of the issues with online spaces (especially Reddit) identified in the study is the recurrent re-uploading of similar viewpoints on the same subject. After a while, users may believe the viewpoint is common and widespread after repeatedly hearing similar unpopular thoughts, thus it becomes the popular idea in the end.

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

    Agreed as someone who is planning to be child-free. BUT its also equally annoying when people make kids their whole personality and blame those who don't want them.

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

    I agree, pineapple belongs on pizza as much as all other ingredients such as pepperoni. Let people eat what they want to eat.

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

    I like tattoos on other people. Can never think of anything I want that badly myself.

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

    YES! It's one of the best flavours along side mint chocolate chip and lemon sorbet

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

    I’d much rather have neutral cream walls. May be boring, but you can add colour with pictures, rugs and accessories. Then if you want to change colour scheme you don’t have to repaint everything.

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

    No, some people actually have problems eating certain kinds of food. It might be the texture that will make them gag or throw up. It might give them indigestion.

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

    On one hand, I kinda get this, but on the other hand, a really awesome concert generates an incredible atmosphere that's all but impossible to not get swept up in. Also, it's a way of supporting your favorite artists :)

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

    I've been going to very different weddings. The weddings I attend are great - you spend time celebrating with family and friends. You eat, you dance, you chat.

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    2 years ago

    This comment has been deleted.

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

    The idea is that you know a person so well, that there is little risk of buying the terrible gift. I you do not know that person that well, you should be allowed to bring a totaly generic gift. like a bottle of wine or the latest John Grisham.

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

    Uhm ... that sounds like "I don't want it" to me. If I have burgers at noon I will not eat burgers at night.

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

    I think everybody feels that way, and most people thinks oh god no, I can't sing, when they are forced to celebrate a birthday this way, and even the birthday boy/girl will be embarished when everybody's eyes is turned on them. So why we do it is still a conundrum for me.

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

    You're not supposed to eat them. you are supposed to look at the package and then throw it out in a few weeks. then they get buried and 3 days before easter, the peeps come out of the ground and appear on store shelves.

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

    Roundabouts and 4 way stops are insanely common across Europe. It’s only Americans that seem to have a problem with them since they’re more rare.

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

    I find it vice versa. Soft covers won't stay open, you have to break their spines or hold the pages down with a ruler, or use both hands. Hardcover you can leave open on your desk without using hands.

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

    i actually love good wine. everyone has different tastes. people can believe what they want.

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

    They play like the adults around them - my older daughter copies my wife and me, and we look after a baby so she wants to look after a baby too. I don't know how different it would be if we had a boy, or we didn't have a second child. Our older daughter also likes playing with cars and diggers, FWIW

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

    I used to think so too. Then I learned that instead of infusing it with boiling water (100°C/212° F), I should use slightly cooler water (70°C/158°F), also the leaves shouldn't be in cup for too long. The difference is big. I'm not saying that he HAS to like green tea but for many people it's a matter of drinking badly prepared one.

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

    Never tried it because I don't like how it looks. So maybe I will die without knowing how it tastes - and I'm fine with that.

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

    True. My brother in law runs a shelter/rescue for wolf-dog hybrids. People think it's cool to get a wolf-dog, but they are unprepared for the challenges. Very sad.

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

    Just don't take the snow away from us living in the Scandinavian countries. We love snow!

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

    Damp is a worse word than moist. Nothing good is damp. You want a damp cake?

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

    Uhm, no, it's not. Oil. Add. truffle bits. Wait till oil smells like truffles. Truffle oil.

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

    Right....because trigger totally doesn't have a neutral meaning. Nobody needs to say "oh yeah that really triggered a response" or "I think it was the cinnamon that triggered that reaction"..../s

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

    I don't like Eagles fans typically. They are obnoxious and will literally punch you in the face over a game.

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

    I'm so behind the times that I don't even understand what this means lol

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

    Thanks alot. I have never once even thought about this and now will be counting stairs.

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

    you need to actually try an actual pumpkin. Here in Africa we roast them with a range of spices like oven potato style. Or you can mash them and deep fry the mashed globs (about fist-sized) as a savory snack similar to a donut. Pumpkins are not only (a) for flavoring starbucks and (b) for halloween.

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

    Thats what we ate thousands and thousands of years ago. Humans actually ate veggies more than meat.

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

    Apparently you've never had a fresh, warm blackberry cobbler with vanilla ice cream. RIP on that lonely hill.

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

    Actually, I LOVE the fall and winter. Beats the heat and humidity in Louisiana!

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

    Not entierly true. Getting excided about squirrels or motorcycles is just dangerous. Also these specific triggers will probably trigger the predatory chain which means that your dog will loose all control and it wil feel primal and strong. Meaning that it's super reinforcing... and it might become a habit to seek those triggers. And that's dangerous for general dogs health! So it's fine as long as it's not a common and reocurring thing.

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

    Peanut butter is one of my favorite foods. I'm hypoglycemic so it's a good recovery food for me.

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

    I've seen some excellent videos of Ukrainian drones bombing the carp out of enemy celery,

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

    No. Coffee is fine. A Venti Frappu Caramel Whateverchino with 2 liters of cream is disgusting.

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

    I disagree... they have skin in the game if they care about younger loved ones or are in the know about the political climate. Just because someone grew up one way doesn't mean they don't have an understanding after living so long to give input. This is just narrow minded thinking. If I let my 21 yo vote on all topics the place would turn to s**t. Come on people. Everyone has a voice. Would hate to see how this person feels when they get old and feeble and they make It that long not to have a voice when their mind is still working.

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

    Coming from a country the "Bread Culture" of which has been recognized by UNESCO as cultural world heritage, I feel personally offended by this. "Wrong shape for the toaster" should never be a point on which to judge bread. Somehow the only bread Americans seem to deem acceptable is toast so sweet it would be considered cake elsewhere...

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

    Hate most things in even numbers. Odd is nearly always better. 3 candles look better than 2 together. 3 plants planted in a group look better than 4. Etc.

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

    Humans used to eat beans ALOT until the meat processing industry. Beans are easy to grow and they're healthier than meat.

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

    Nothing like a ncie cone of lukewarm sugar mix on a hot summer's day.

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

    For me sandals are the only comfortable thing when it's hot outside. I hate wearing too hot clothes, and by 'clothes' I also mean 'shoes'.

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

    Misogynistic comment! Some guys also pretend to like champagne. As for me, I don't have to pretend.

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

    Because its cheap and nutritious. You get more food from soup than the plain ingredients

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

    I assume it's because they are overwhelmingly sad or happy and if you're uncomfortable then you should control that emotion as it's probably easier than what they are going through.

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

    coop has obviously not listened to much music from before the 80s or so

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