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Online dating is like navigating a minefield without a metal detector. Sure, it's possible to beat it. But the chances of you making it to the other side in one piece are slim.

To illustrate just how chaotic this journey can be, we at Bored Panda decided to take a deep dive into the subreddit r/Bumble.

As you probably can guess, its members share content that comes from the app of the same name. Good and bad. Some hit it off with a complete stranger in just a few messages while others click 'Unmatch' even faster.

Continue scrolling to check out some of the most surprising posts we found on the subreddit!

A dating app’s success arguably hinges more on its cultural presence than its underlying technology, and nothing took over the culture like Tinder, however, your own personal background, like your gender, also greatly colors your online dating experience. So, if you're a woman, Bumble may be the superior option for you.

I mean, there will always be guys who message them using some kind of sexually explicit language that they think is hilarious and will 100% get them laid, but the clear difference between Bumble and the before-mentioned Tinder is that women must send the first message within 24 hours of matching. This is to minimize those creepy messages from dudes and allow the ladies to come up with fun pickup lines.

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That’s How Ya Do It Folks

That’s How Ya Do It Folks

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

When people tell me they like my name… “thanks. My parents gave it to me.”

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For our earlier publication on awesome Tinder profiles, dating coach Hayley Quinn said that being unique is highly important in the world of online dating.

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"With so much choice it's too easy for people to become banner blind and not realize what an amazing option you are," she said. "In terms of quick fixes make sure your profile is a cliche free zone ('looking for my partner in crime...') and that you always state things specifically rather than generally."

"For example, saying, 'I like to travel,' is nowhere near as attention-grabbing as, 'already googling my first post lockdown trip to Thailand. (Sidenote: do you like Thai food?)' Finally, ensure you write your profiles in a way that's conversational and informal: a fun hack to help you with this is to dictate your profile first, to get more of your personality into it."

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I Have Never Used A Dating App Nor Have I Ever Dated Anyone. Am I Doing This Right

I Have Never Used A Dating App Nor Have I Ever Dated Anyone. Am I Doing This Right

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Had A Good Date And Got This Lovely Message From Him After - Two Months Later He Still Sends Messages Like This After Dates

Had A Good Date And Got This Lovely Message From Him After - Two Months Later He Still Sends Messages Like This After Dates

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

This sounds so sweet - hope it worked out!! (and also, it's great to read nice exchanges in between the rest)

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Guess I’m Not Spontaneous Enough Lol

Guess I’m Not Spontaneous Enough Lol

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Of course, nobody is safe here from running into a weirdo, but that shouldn't discourage you from swiping.

With so many dating websites and apps out there, it has become normal to use them for meeting someone new—there are about 40 million Americans who do so. And even though eHarmony claims that 27% of young adults are using online dating sites (which is up 10% from 2013), new findings suggest it's neither better nor worse than getting to know a person in real life. At least in terms of success rate.

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One study, published in the journal Psychological Science, claims it's actually impossible to figure out whether or not people who have the same values and character traits will fall in love. "Attraction for a particular person may be difficult or impossible to predict before two people have actually met," Samantha Joel, a University of Utah psychology professor and lead author, said in a press release.

"A relationship is more than the sum of its parts. There is a shared experience that happens when you meet someone that can’t be predicted beforehand," Joel said

So who cares if it happens on Bumble or Tinder?

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This Is The Nicest Thing Anyone’s Ever Said To Me

This Is The Nicest Thing Anyone’s Ever Said To Me

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Fastest Relationship To Date

Fastest Relationship To Date

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

When the comeback is equally funny (or not, hence the equally) and they go: ow help!

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This Belongs Here Too

This Belongs Here Too

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#15

2020 Date Ideas Are Getting Out Of Hand

2020 Date Ideas Are Getting Out Of Hand

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

First! Actually Juliet killed herself with a knife or dagger, not a sword. I know. Pedantic. What can I say?

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She Still Hasn’t Responded

She Still Hasn’t Responded

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

Haha, absolutely love it. This kind of "anti-humour" is my kind of humour :D

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I Think I’ve Peaked

I Think I’ve Peaked

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Hope For The Best, Plan For The Worst

Hope For The Best, Plan For The Worst

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Bumble Community, I Need Your Help!

Bumble Community, I Need Your Help!

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

I'm not sure how this conversation went from 0 to 100 with both people still on the ride.

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I Don't Think I'm Being Unreasonable Here, What Do You Guys Think?

I Don't Think I'm Being Unreasonable Here, What Do You Guys Think?

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

Pretty sure this lovely person on the left will cry for equality as soon as it benefits them. I f*cking hate bigotry.

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#22

Thoughtful Exit, Can’t Even Be Mad

Thoughtful Exit, Can’t Even Be Mad

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It Is Nice When They Come Straight Out And Tell Out And Tell You They Are Crazy In The Opening Message

It Is Nice When They Come Straight Out And Tell Out And Tell You They Are Crazy In The Opening Message

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

And I have a severe allergy towards antivaxxers. Can't be in the same room with them or I'll get mad.

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#25

It Did Make Me Laugh. So Shout Out To Kena

It Did Make Me Laugh. So Shout Out To Kena

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

Kena has some bomb eyeliner skills many girls would be jealous of.

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#27

I'm 5'4" Dude And I Put That In My Profile. Short Dudes You Still Got A Chance

I'm 5'4" Dude And I Put That In My Profile. Short Dudes You Still Got A Chance

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The Best Irony Is That He Is Thirty

The Best Irony Is That He Is Thirty

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This Isn’t Even A Roast She Straight Up Assaulted Me

This Isn’t Even A Roast She Straight Up Assaulted Me

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

That's not a roast, that's an analysis. A roast is supposed to be funny, but she just tore him down :-/

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#32

I’m Sure That’s What He Meant

I’m Sure That’s What He Meant

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#33

May You Have Much Fortune In The Future

May You Have Much Fortune In The Future

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#34

I Was Immediately Unmatched. Shame, She Seemed Fun

I Was Immediately Unmatched. Shame, She Seemed Fun

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#36

He Unmatched Me But It Was Worth It

He Unmatched Me But It Was Worth It

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Got Unmatched

Got Unmatched

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

Hahahahaha this is amazing. I love the "I'll fill this out later" b******t too.

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Tried Using A Fun Conversation Starter

Tried Using A Fun Conversation Starter

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

At first I was like - ew he claims to have dated a child, but then I looked it up and Kate Winslet's daughter is now 21. I feel old.

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