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The coronavirus pandemic is still working its way around the world but loads of countries are loosening lockdown regulations, so we’re stuck in a weird and confusing situation (we blame 2020). In times like these, a dose of good humor is great for recharging your batteries—laughter helps us see the positives in tough situations like the one we’re in now.

We want to keep your spirits up and to boost your mood this week, so Bored Panda has collected the freshest and funniest coronavirus jokes. Scroll down, upvote your faves, and let us know in the comments which jokes you loved the most and why. We’re huge fans of the corona jokes that people made during the quarantine, so be sure to check our previous posts here, here, and here. Now that’s a lot of jokes!

There are 3 camps of people when you ask whether it’s okay to make coronavirus jokes. There are those who think that comedy is incredibly important during difficult times. There are those who think that we shouldn’t joke about sensitive topics. Lastly, there are those in the middle who believe that humor has a place during the pandemic but that we shouldn’t overstep our bounds. But what do comedy professionals and experts have to say about this? Scroll down for Bored Panda's interview with comedy writer and comedian Ariane Sherine.

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Or Who Think Mild Inconvenience Is Same As Suffering

Or Who Think Mild Inconvenience Is Same As Suffering

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*boom*

*boom*

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

"Much very good information"? All those Nigerian Prince's emails had better English.

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"I think it’s essential to joke about coronavirus because humor is a release mechanism to help us cope during dark times," Ariane told Bored Panda.

"Shared humor also helps us bond with one another. Lockdown would be very gloomy indeed if we couldn’t laugh about our predicament!" she added.

Ariane also told us that her go-to funny movie during the lockdown is 13 Going on 30 (released in 2004 and starring Jennifer Garner). "It’s really heartwarming and the Thriller scene is hilarious. It always lifts my spirits when I’m feeling low," the comedy writer said.

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Why We Get So Mad About Antivaxxers And Corona Conspiracy-Theorists

Why We Get So Mad About Antivaxxers And Corona Conspiracy-Theorists

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

True. It's quite painful to invest so much time and effort into something, only to have it rejected for no logical reason by a random stranger who barely finished high school...

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Meanwhile, according to Dr. Peter McGraw who heads the University of Colorado Boulder’s Humor Research Lab, if we’re constantly plugged into the newsfeed and frantically search for the latest breaking news about the virus, this just increases the scariness of the pandemic.

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“A bit of comedy—whether it be through your Instagram feed, through a Netflix comedy special, or calling up your friend who's pretty good at making jokes in the face of tragedy—is not only a good way to distract yourself from what's going on, but it's also a good way to delight yourself,” Dr. McGraw said. So we shouldn’t feel guilty for laughing. After all, the alternative is to be in a constant state of low-key panic. And that’s not helping anybody: not your family, not your friends, and least of all you.

McGraw stressed that social media “is a mess” during the lockdown, so it’s best to unplug and unwind. Preferably, with a bunch of funny movies, comedy stand-up shows, and books that make you chuckle. “Take a little bit of a break. You certainly deserve it."

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Found At A Park In Brooklyn, NYC

Found At A Park In Brooklyn, NYC

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

I wonder why anyone wouldn't like Jim Carrey? He was very good as "The Mask"

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No Mask, No Service.

No Mask, No Service.

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

Wait, so this guy is asking to see a medical professional, whilst totally disregarding the advice of medical professionals? I am so very confused.

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Makes Sense

Makes Sense

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hispanic! at the disco
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ok but fun fact, panda's have one of the strongest jaws in the animal kingdom! Also they are the cutest in the animal kingdom!

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Why Haven't The Priests And Pastors Of America Saved Us Yet? God Is Supposedly "Powerful "

Why Haven't The Priests And Pastors Of America Saved Us Yet? God Is Supposedly "Powerful "

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

Also why didn’t psychics step in before this pandemic actually became a pandemic or where to find missing people etc. Wait I know why, because it is all a load of hogwash.

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I Thought This Was A Free Country

I Thought This Was A Free Country

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

Just take the lane on the opposite site of the street for change. Choose freedom!!! Rules are for sheeple!

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More Salty Than The Great Salt Lake

More Salty Than The Great Salt Lake

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Not Very Flattering

Not Very Flattering

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hispanic! at the disco
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh yes! I do hope we get several murder plots, that will be interesting.

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

I hope you get trials for those politicians who engaged in insider trading, myself.

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

I dont know "Tiger King", but with your President in the news EVERY SINGLE DAY, its mor like the Hot Shots movies

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May-Lin Martinsen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yup. At this point I'm no longer going "How?" "Why?" "What?!!" I just shrug and go "Of course they did - it's America"

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

Would be a great comedy if it wasn't the reality, so it is pretty tragic. I feel sorry for the Americans

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

I live in America... I feel bad for us too... so embarrassed that the former POTUS didn't take things seriously even during the pandemic... He and his supporters gave Americans a bad name

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

I am seriously worried for you, Americans. Please stay home and stay safe!

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

I haven't been outside in months... not even for food. My mom's cooking gets boring after some time... but it's for the best

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

Seen it all before. e.g The fall of Rome. Not long till the U.S is a totally f****d 3rd world country.

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Serena R.
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As I’m living in Japan, can confirm. Moved here once dual-citizenship ran out at 18 and, tbh, I’m glad I dodged the proverbial bullet.

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Nah, Whole Planet's Countries, Media, Scientists, Citizens Had A Meeting And Decided To Troll America

Nah, Whole Planet's Countries, Media, Scientists, Citizens Had A Meeting And Decided To Troll America

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Ghost Stories For Cats

Ghost Stories For Cats

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What Do You Want?

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My Bad

My Bad

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I Can't Take Fallout Seriously Anymore

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Makes Sense

Makes Sense

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#26

I Demand To Speak To The County's Manager

I Demand To Speak To The County's Manager

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

I'd pay to see that movie SPACE KAREN: "on a quest to see all the managers in the universe"

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Lunch In Locker

Lunch In Locker

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God Ain't Got Nothing To Do With It

God Ain't Got Nothing To Do With It

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Blursed Baptism

Blursed Baptism

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

i don't know if this is how jesus christ envisioned baptisms in the future but I will say it adds a certain level of entertainment

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Yeah

Yeah

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

We all need to stop buying so much from Amazon. They have behaved disgracefully towards their worker during this pandemic.

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I Miss Mu Son Attending Pre-School

I Miss Mu Son Attending Pre-School

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

I’m Bella’s mum. 8 weeks stuck in doors with Bella and my ears are bleeding.

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Educashan

Educashan

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Aa 2021

Aa 2021

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

As a recovering alcoholic 16 years I worry for members who can't go to meetings, I wonder how many have gone back drinking I know two have 😖

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Wave

Wave

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

Because the other option is to say "SEE YAH F*****S" under your breath and the mic amplifies the sound so everyone hears

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#41

Living Off The Grid First Harvest, Planted My Tomato Plant On The First Day Of Lockdown.

Living Off The Grid First Harvest, Planted My Tomato Plant On The First Day Of Lockdown.

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Don't Be A Covidiot

Don't Be A Covidiot

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

Let me just push the straw that goes in my mouth through a dirty mask hole. Good plan!

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Accurate

Accurate

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Jon S.
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm working from home right now...as I type this...on this totally work related site....

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Not Much Has Changed

Not Much Has Changed

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

Large Corporations will now see how much money they will be able to save from not renting office space. It will happen.

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