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For parents of misbehaving kids (which, let's face it, is all parents), embarrassment is one of the most effective ways of turning the tables. Nothing strikes fear into the hearts of a child who might've gotten a little too big for their britches more than being shown up in front of their mates.

Kids get to a stage, usually around their early teens, when they just find their parents to be eye-rollingly cringeworthy. They want to strike out in the world and find their own identities - and consequently begin to rebel a little against the 'authority figures' that are their parents. It can be a difficult period for both child and parent, but with some understanding and good humor, it can be easily negotiated.

This list, inspired by a Nick Harvey tweet, is a classic of the genre: Mortified children recounting the horror of their most embarrassing parent-related moments. Sure, some of these parents put their kids through a public shaming entirely by accident; but there are also plenty of vengeful moms and dads who knew exactly what they were doing!

Scroll down below to check out the list for yourself, and let us know what you think in the comments!

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

Absolutely same story with me. If my dad was ANYWHERE give him half a chance he'd get up and sing and I'd disappear out of embarrassment. He died 12 years ago and I would give ANYTHING to see him sing again.

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

Embarrassing proud moments can be confusing to a 12 year old

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

My dad was a geetar picker/front man.......He also mortified me and then made me proud so many times over the years. He played country and 50's rock. It took me most of my 47 years knowing and loving him to finally win my argument, no dad, the Beatles didn't ruin rock n roll.....I believe us attending one of Sir Paul's shows helped me close the door on that one. I miss my sweet poppa too ;-)

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

Nothing to be embarassed about, your dad sounded like a very talented musician! Be proud!

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

Never underestimate your parents!! Ask my son!! lol

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Jack Benjamin Clipman
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Family moments are soooo fun, especially when you get impressed by something. Love the beatles!

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

Why be embarrassed though? I don't understand why anyone would be embarrassed by their parents unless their parents were rude, racist or bullies. I would never have been embarrassed by my parents. I wish I had my parents; my mom died when I was two and my dad died when I was 17.

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

just cause someones blind doesnt mean they dont have skill! good for the old man ^w^

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That's not embarassing, you should be proud about that!

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

I almost got busted smoking coz stupid young me hid an ashtray on my window sill. Well der you can see what’s on the sill from the outside. I was a bloody idiot. I am still a bit of a ditz.

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

and again: please ground open up and swallow me :D sh*t THIS is embarrassing

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

You tend to find yourself a s.o. that has similarities to your parents. Congrats. You did a great job

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

Years ago I asked my boss "My boyfriend is coming to visit for my birthday, can I have it off?" He said "That isn't a question you should ask a work colleague." It took me a couple of seconds but my face spontaneously combusted and I ran out of the laboratory with his laughter echoing down the hallway. Fiend.

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