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Pandas, we've all come across someone online who says something so ridiculous that you can't help but wonder what they're thinking. And while you could spend ages arguing with them, sometimes all it takes is one clever comeback to shut things down. The best part? There's always someone in the comments ready with the perfect response!

That's exactly what we found on the Clever Comebacks subreddit, where people share witty replies to some truly questionable takes. From sarcastic one-liners to responses so spot-on they leave you wondering how anyone could possibly argue back, these exchanges are a joy to read. Keep scrolling, Pandas, and see which ones made the cut!

#1

Sincerely, Connie

Tweet defending swearing in on the Bible with Constitution's reply on oath requirements

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gi ga
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7 hours ago

Bet they dont like their kids being taught Arabic numbers either...

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    #2

    Yes. Next Question

    Discussion about unisex restrooms replacing men's and women's restrooms

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    CK
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    4 hours ago

    I don't think separating by gender helps much, but the level of privacy is different with American style public restroom stalls.

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    #3

    "Okay Kids, Whoever Told Aunt Karen The Holidays Were Cancelled Is Getting An Extra Present From Santa This Year..."

    Comment challenges claims about canceling Thanksgiving and Christmas

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    6 hours ago (edited)

    I'm a lefty librul evil monster and I don't celebrate Thanksgiving, ever. I'm sure that has nothing to do with the thing where I'm not American.

    If you could magnify an atom to the size of a massive cathedral, its nucleus would be roughly the size of a fly. Hard to imagine, right? That means atoms, the building blocks of everything around us, are made up mostly of empty space. It sounds almost too strange to be true, but science is full of fascinating facts that challenge the way we see the world. In his book A Short History of Nearly Everything, author Bill Bryson explores many such scientific wonders, breaking down complex ideas and discoveries that help us better understand the universe we live in.

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    #4

    Al Companies Need Hundreds Of Billions In Revenue, Or They'll Go Bankrupt

    Anthropic CEO warns AI companies need billions in revenue or face bankruptcy with a critical response

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    My Instagram feed is suddenly 70% advertising desperately trying to persuade me to use AI. And every single comment on every single one is people telling them to go pound sand. It's hilariously pathetic.

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    #5

    When Cars Are Fast

    Robot Tiangong Ultra beats Usain Bolt's 100 meter world record time

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    Oh great, now the robots have the power to outrun us. Awesome.

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    #6

    On Data Centers

    Pennsylvania forces AI data centers to pay their own electricity bills

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    Chich the witch
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    5 hours ago

    Completely unrelated but I've heard that the Ukraine has been doing wonderful things with drones.

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    Of course, not every claim that sounds unbelievable is backed by science, and not every piece of information we encounter is accurate. While some surprising facts reveal just how fascinating the world is, other claims stem from misunderstandings, half-truths, or deliberate attempts to mislead. The challenge is learning to tell the difference.

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    And in today's digital world, where information can spread across the internet in seconds, that distinction matters more than ever. This brings us to two terms often used when discussing unreliable information online: misinformation and disinformation. Although they're sometimes used interchangeably, they don't mean quite the same thing.

    #7

    No One Self Owns Like A Conservative

    Poll shows 74 percent of Democrats support male cheerleaders with historical cheerleader examples

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    Jeff White
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    Or is a hypocrite like a Republican

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    #8

    A Bridge Too Far

    Comment on scientists, historians, educators always being left leaning

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    Jeff White
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    Oh, I'm pretty sure EVERYONE sees the two dots. What is amazing to me is the lengths people will go to NOT connect these dots. It is astounding.

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    #9

    Time To Get A T-Shirt

    Discussion about calling Lake Ontario 'Lake America' and local backlash from residents

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    B.F. Gibb
    Community Member
    7 hours ago

    I would push this a****t right into LAKE-FUCKEN-ONTARIO

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    Misinformation is inaccurate or false information shared without the intention to deceive anyone. For instance, someone might share an outdated statistic or repeat a rumour because they genuinely believe it's true. Disinformation, on the other hand, involves false or misleading information that is deliberately created or spread to deceive, manipulate, or cause harm. In simple terms, someone sharing a claim they mistakenly believe is true may be spreading misinformation, while someone knowingly inventing a story to mislead others is spreading disinformation.

    #10

    Only For $70

    Cup Noodles launches $70 dorm survival kit with ramen and electric kettle for college students

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    Daaaaave's not here, maaan
    Community Member
    2 hours ago

    Maybe if you're hovering on the edge of needing to eat it, and ramen-curious, this could be the purchase that throws you into the deep end!

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    #11

    Elon Musk Plans To Spend Up To $200,000,000.00 To Rescue Republicans

    Elon Musk plans to spend $200 million to support Republicans in midterm elections

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    B.F. Gibb
    Community Member
    7 hours ago

    Musky Elon is a wrecker of all things good and decent.

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    #12

    Healthcare. America

    Funny tweet about Canadians waiting 12 hours in ER versus Americans owing $35,000

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    I don't know about Canada but in Australia I went to the ER and was only kept waiting for about 1 hour and they stitched me up for free.

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    Here's the thing: disinformation isn't new. People have been manipulating facts and spreading false claims for centuries. What's changed is how quickly information can travel and how many people it can reach. Social media platforms such as Facebook and X have transformed the way we discover news, share opinions, and keep up with events around the world. While this has made information more accessible, it has also created opportunities for misleading claims to spread widely before anyone can check them.

    And the consequences can extend well beyond our social media feeds. In politics, deliberately false claims can influence public opinion, undermine trust in institutions, and interfere with informed decision-making during elections. In healthcare, misleading information can encourage unsafe practices, discourage people from seeking appropriate treatment, or undermine efforts to control disease outbreaks.

    #13

    Clever Comeback By Canadian Pm Mark Carney

    Canadian Prime Minister explains Lake Ontario name origin and its historical significance

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    Jeff White
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    Amen. Then, Now, Always.

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    #14

    $8.5 Billion vs. Common Sense

    McDonald's investing 8.5 billion including AI to make a comeback

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Community Member
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    6 hours ago

    They could also pay a living wage and stop serving slop. Might hurt profits initially but good food and good staff will bring people in.

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    #15

    Larry The Cat Was Ordained For This Exact Moment

    Tweet about Christianity's view on women with cat's sarcastic comment

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    Tom Brincefield
    Community Member
    7 hours ago

    According to evangelicals, including the current crop of Christian Nationalists, Catholics aren't "real Christians."

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    Businesses and individuals can also suffer. False rumours about a company can damage its reputation, affect consumer confidence, and lead to financial losses. Meanwhile, misleading claims about other people can cause emotional distress, fuel harassment, and harm relationships. The consequences aren't always immediate or obvious, either. Repeated exposure to false information can gradually make it harder to distinguish reliable sources from unreliable ones.

    That's why checking what we read and share matters, even when a claim initially seems trivial. Thankfully, efforts to tackle misinformation and disinformation have grown significantly in recent years. Fact-checking gained particular momentum around 2016, amid major political events such as the US presidential election and the Brexit referendum, which brought widespread attention to the influence of misleading online claims. Since then, fact-checking organisations and initiatives have expanded their work around the world.

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    #16

    A Strange Phenomenon

    Gen Z buys old iPods to avoid smartphone notifications and ads

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    Rick Murray
    Community Member
    1 hour ago

    We have a five minute morning warmup at work at the start of the day. The person who does it plays some motivational music. It has recently started cutting into the middle of songs for advertising, like one cannot listen to more than three minutes without hearing publicity nonsense. These services, and those who advertise on them in such a disruptive way, need to burn in fire.

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    #17

    Fox News Really Thought This Was A Scary List

    Angie Nixon's platform includes universal healthcare and free childcare proposals

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Community Member
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    6 hours ago

    Name one thing on Angie Nixon's list that is in anyway bad.

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    #18

    On Roommates

    Tweet showing robot making bed with comment on roommates and rich people's perspective

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    Captive
    Community Member
    1 hour ago

    My roommate already makes my bed but I wouldn't replace her

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    Although fact-checking cannot stop every false claim from spreading, it gives readers a way to assess information and make more informed judgments. Governments and organisations are also taking steps to address the problem. In the European Union, the Digital Services Act establishes obligations for online platforms, including measures to address systemic risks and improve transparency in certain areas. The EU Code of Practice on Disinformation, meanwhile, provides a framework for participating organisations to take voluntary action against the spread of misleading content.

    #19

    Imagine Telling On Yourself Like This

    Tweet about multiculturalism and white Christian American man with feminist and Muslim peers

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
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    6 hours ago (edited)

    Having all decisions being made exclusively by white, Christian, American men is doing so well!

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    #20

    We're In East Asia, Right Guys?

    Comment exchange about observing Columbus Day and sarcastic reply

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    CK
    Community Member
    4 hours ago

    Most people who seriously celebrate Columbus Day are actually celebrating Italian American heritage. The first time it was celebrated nationally in the United States was when President Benjamin Harrison declared it as a one time celebration after the 1891 New Orleans lynchings.

    #21

    Protect Women—just Not From Their Favorite Guy

    Tweet criticizing Royce White meeting Riley Gaines with claim about domestic a***e and protecting women

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Community Member
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    6 hours ago

    Obviously we only need to protect cisgender women from transgender women. And not the actual people carrying out crimes against women whether they be cisgender or transgender. And of course we should not point out how Conservative America is actively trying to reduce women's rights.

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    #22

    So Apparently It's Time For Some Middle-School Science!

    Discussion about chemtrails and scientific explanation of contrails by McGrath

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    Otorgar
    Community Member
    4 hours ago

    America is doomed

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    Of course, tackling disinformation isn't solely the responsibility of governments, social media companies, or professional fact-checkers. We all play a part in how information travels. Pausing before sharing a surprising claim, checking whether a reputable source supports it, and being willing to correct ourselves when we're wrong are small but meaningful steps. Just as importantly, we can question questionable claims without turning every disagreement into a personal attack. Being informed doesn't mean knowing everything; it means being willing to look for the truth.

    #23

    On Saving The Fish

    Goldfish in sink after burglar smashed fishbowl, saved fish with water

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    Daaaaave's not here, maaan
    Community Member
    2 hours ago

    Also, the chlorine shock is probably gonna do for the poor little guy ☹️

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    #24

    Republicans In Texas Have Been In Power Since 1995, For 30+ Years

    Image about 30 years of Republican power in Texas questioning responsibility for broken state

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    #25

    This Answer Ended The Conversation, He Didn’t Lie Though

    Twitter response on dumbest belief rich people help working class

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    #26

    A Phone And An Internet Connection Are Literally Basic Necessities At This Point

    Discussion on phone as essential tool for poor people beyond luxury

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    My unemployed b**t uses my phone to apply for jobs. Smartphones have pretty much stopped being optional for quite some time now.

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    And that brings us to today's collection, Pandas! The people featured in these posts may not necessarily be spreading deliberate disinformation, but some certainly seem to be working with questionable facts, questionable logic, or opinions that don't quite hold up under scrutiny. Thankfully, other internet users were ready to point out the inconsistencies, challenge the claims, and deliver some pretty memorable responses. These exchanges are a reminder that a little critical thinking can go a long way, especially online. Keep scrolling and let us know which one you found the most satisfying!

    #27

    Dei For Thee, Not For Me

    Tweet about conservative professors in public universities with response on diversity and inclusion

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Community Member
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    6 hours ago

    If only we could solve the paradox as to why the most intelligent in society support liberal ideals.

    #28

    A Rose By Any Other Name

    Social media post jokes about app still being called Twitter despite changes

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    #29

    The Lack Of Self-Awareness

    Response mocking marriage comments on Twitter involving Pastor John Hagee

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    "It doesn't count when I do it because I'm more specialer than you so there!"

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    #30

    Class Warfare Sprinklers

    Tweet discussing hosepipe ban while a golf club in north London is watered showing climate collapse class warfare

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
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    3 hours ago

    During a drought/water rationing emergency in Southern California in 2020-2021, celebrities were exposed for using way, WAY more than they were "budgeted". Kevin Hart and Sylvester Stallone both went over their monthly "water budgets" by over 500%. Kim Kardashian used over 232,000 gallons in ONE MONTH across two of her properties. Yet these celebrities were fined mere pittance amounts (if they were even fined at all.) It was pretty infuriating for us average SoCal residents.

    #31

    No Lies Detected Here

    Rihanna at 37 and 20 highlights rich men dating younger women meme

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    Captive
    Community Member
    1 hour ago

    Shocking news: women age

    #32

    Just Say Y'all Want Us To Die At This Point

    FDA recall announcement of salted caramel ice cream due to contamination with stones

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    Raq Winchester
    Community Member
    7 hours ago

    After a series of these, where Brain worm's photo is so perfectly matched to the contaminated food in question, I have to assume that either God's own graphic designer is on staff or someone has finally found a good use for AI in finding "image of ice cream that looks like this" or "image of RFK Jr that looks like contaminated cheese"

    #33

    Somehow I'm Not Shocked

    News about California sheriff seizing 650,000 ballots with comment on political affiliation

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    General Anaesthesia
    Community Member
    1 hour ago

    Return 650,000 ballots? How about stripping him of his citizenship?

    #34

    Twitter Has Gotten Funnier Recently

    Twitter exchange highlights a record high in Twitter usage with a witty historical reference.

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    Yeah, and how many of those "users" are Russian bots, Musky Y-Fronts?

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    #35

    Dude Had To Use A Robot To Invent The Scene, It's So Rare

    Illustration of a dating scene with a woman saying Im a democratic socialist and a man replying its cool youre open about your mental illness

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    Phantom Phoenix
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    5 hours ago

    The tag on the bottom right of the picture, does that say "Aṣṣault Life"? Promoting what now?

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    #36

    El-Sayed Makes A Valid Point

    Political tweet exchange questioning men in women's sports and health care priorities

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
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    6 hours ago

    It is almost as if all this manufactured hatred against a tiny minority has been whipped up out of all proportion to distract people from real world problems.

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    #37

    You'd Think Amongst All The Food Recalls, They'd Be Happy To Know That A Company Isn't Cross-Contaminating It's Products

    Tweet complaining about Tillamook Cheese Company and a sarcastic response about being mad at cheese

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
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    3 hours ago

    What? Why are they mad at cheese?!

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    #38

    Keep Those Goalposts Moving

    Post compares historical gas prices adjusted for inflation

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    General Anaesthesia
    Community Member
    1 hour ago (edited)

    The trouble is incomes that haven't been wholly adjusted for inflation since, have remained relatively stagnant, since 1981. Except CEOs who went from 40 times their average paid employee to 450 times in order to keep up with the cost of living.

    #39

    Multimillionaires Should Be Funding Scholarships Not Taking Them

    Jennifer Lopez's twins accepted to five colleges with scholarships

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    Richie Horsman
    Community Member
    1 hour ago

    This is disgraceful.

    #40

    Ben Knows Better Than To Ask Questions

    World's most identical twins share same boyfriend Ben with no jealousy

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    Balseraph
    Community Member
    3 hours ago

    Ben is very well aware on which side his bread is buttered. Apparently it is both.

    #41

    Another Day, Another Recall

    FDA recall announcement for cinnamon due to lead contamination with sarcastic response

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    #42

    One Is A Press Stunt For Shareholders, The Other Is Real-World Innovation

    American vs European innovation comparison with a flying car and a bottle cap

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    Laugh or not
    Community Member
    1 hour ago

    One tries to protect the environment, as small as it is. The other would be a disaster if made possible to the few people who could afford it.

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    #43

    Nothing Says Transparency Like Banning The Cameras

    McConnell returns to Senate after fall with reporters barred from recording video

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    Balseraph
    Community Member
    3 hours ago

    I can answer this one! It's because those reporters are complicit in the dismantling of US democracy.

    #44

    I Can't With These People

    Photo of bald tire with tweet about sanding tires to ride smoother and sarcastic reply

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    Raq Winchester
    Community Member
    7 hours ago

    Tires as smooth as his brain

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    #45

    Sit Down Prices For Fast Food Restaurants Is A Basic Sanity Point

    McDonald's investing 8.5 billion but advised to lower fast food prices

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    Ace
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    10 minutes ago

    You realise that the only way they're going to lower their prices is by paying their staff even less, right?

    #46

    He Thought He Was Exposing Amc

    Tweet reveals AMC popcorn contains no butter, just dyed soybean oil, with insider explaining.

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    #47

    I Guess Some Folk Only See Rainbows And Unicorns In Life

    Commenters debate the true environmental impact of solar and wind energy waste.

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    Balseraph
    Community Member
    3 hours ago

    A valid point only if one ignores the manufacturing, the mining, the concrete, and unrecyclable composites, and end-of-life landfill phase of fossil fuel power generation. Oh and the billions of tons of carbon emissions every single year.

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    #48

    The Democrats And Liberals Aren't Lying To This Person, This Person Is Lying To You

    Discussion on illegal immigrants and free healthcare with caseworker response

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    I had to present multiple forms of ID to prove I'm an Australian citizen before I was allowed to start collecting unemployment benefits. It ain't happening here either.

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    #49

    Oh No Who Is Going To Sue All Our Local Small Businesses?!? Buc-Off

    Tweet on Buc-ee's CEO saying chain might leave blue states and reaction about mascots

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    Balseraph
    Community Member
    3 hours ago

    One fewer large chain operating near you? Excellent. Slightly more room for indie stores.

    #50

    Openai Priorities

    Meme about OpenAI preventing AI from hacking US power grid with sarcastic comment about wasted water.

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    #51

    That Was A Short Lesson

    Tweet contrasting historical events with Civil Rights Movement mentioned

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    6 hours ago

    The toppings contain Potassium Benzoate. That's bad.

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    #52

    Charity Only For Citizens

    Confused conservative Christian questions teachings of Jesus about giving

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    2 hours ago

    Van Swolehead's wife apparently wrote a book called "Confessions of a Liberal: How a Flood, a Gun, and a God Who Sent a Horse Changed Everything". jfc.

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    #53

    *pokes Us Constitution With A Stick*

    Tweet suggesting voter fraud amid debate on 2026 farm bill in Senate Agriculture Committee

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    #54

    Does This Belong Here?

    Twitter joke about mask wearing linked to character named Michael Myers

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    #55

    On Underachieving

    Performative behavior called out in response to reading books on the train in funny Twitter exchange

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    Balseraph
    Community Member
    4 hours ago

    Conspicuously leaving Finnegan's Wake on your coffee table is performative. Reading is just reading. Only someone who was never read for fun would think it's performative.

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    #56

    On The Housing Crash

    Tweet on Americans hoping for housing crash with home for sale sign on suburban house

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    B.F. Gibb
    Community Member
    7 hours ago

    "homelessness" is the answer I believe doomer is looking for.

    #57

    And That Was The Last Time, He Trusted Internet To Be Serious About Anything

    Twitter user questions Google One storage cancellation and response explains data handling.

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