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One downside of today’s digital world is the questionable authenticity of many things you find online. Fake news, fabricated images, and unverified information have brought about a new 21st-century slogan: “Don’t believe everything you read on the internet.” 

Check out these stories from this Instagram page and see for yourself. While the account is named, “Yeah, that definitely happened,” reading through most of them may make you go, “No, it likely didn’t.” 

Ultimately, they make for an interesting read, especially when bored and k*****g time at the DMV. So, go ahead and enjoy scrolling.

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    Screenshot of Twitter exchange with a funny obvious lie and a humorous confusing statement about things that unhappened.

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    Space Invader
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Waitress: ...or you could be cleaning the toilets.

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    Misinformation and disinformation are often used interchangeably. However, there is a clear distinction between the two. According to University of Melbourne professor Dr. Greg Nyilasy, the difference lies in the intent. 

    Disinformation is a falsehood spread in bad faith, while misinformation is innocently disseminated without knowing it is incorrect.

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    #5

    Tweet sharing a hilariously obvious lie about waiting at a dentist's office with Jurassic Park playing on TV.

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    Mreoww
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’ve seen this before, and it still makes me laugh. No way, no way.

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    #6

    Text post showing a funny and obvious lie shared on social media about turning lesbian and wanting kids later.

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    Zelda McLink
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nobody 'turns gay' for poops and giggles.

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    According to Dr. Nyilasy, misinformation and disinformation were highly prevalent during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. The former were the misunderstandings about the disease and wishful thinking about false remedies. 

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    The latter was more destructive and divisive, as Dr. Nyilasy pointed out. These were statements that blamed particular races for spreading the virus, which resulted in hate crimes against Asians.

    #8

    Screenshot of a social media post about obvious lies involving a Flat Earth theory discussion at school.

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    Don Adams
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good thing it wasn't the Assistant Principal!

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    #9

    Text conversation showing a funny obvious lie about a horror movie scene from hilariously obvious lies people tried to pass off as true.

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    Mike F
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then everyone clapped and walked out of the theater.

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    Most of us know of the existence of fake news, but why do many people still fall for it? According to Dr. Nyilasy, one possible explanation is our inherent negative biases. Bad news is more likely to grab attention and, therefore, become more shareable. 

    There is also the natural tendency to downplay threatening information. As Dr. Nyilasy points out, people become more selective with what they want to hear and block out real threats by downplaying risks.

    #10

    Man telling a hilariously obvious lie about getting a VIP table at Chili's showing confidence and ambition.

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chili's doesn't have "VIP tables". Source: I have eaten at a Chili's before.

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    #11

    Conversation where a person lies about weight loss by blaming coffee, a hilariously obvious lie shared online.

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    Space Invader
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doctor then pulls out a vacuum sealed bag & shows me the ingredients. Me: B******t? Doctor: B******t. And that's how I knew she didn't buy my story.

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    With all the potentially fabricated information circulating online, how do we protect ourselves from falling for it? Virginia Tech digital literacy educator Julia Feerrar says it comes down to doing due diligence. 

    In her interview with the university publication, she reminded users to double-check sources to ensure they are coming from a reputable organization. If necessary, do a quick Google search for a background check on the company.

    #13

    Screenshot of a tweet showing a hilariously obvious lie about rejecting women in Google interviews and giving NP-hard problems.

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    Mike F
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one has incel written all over it.

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    #15

    Text post joke about a Marine getting in trouble for a visible hickey, an example of hilariously obvious lies.

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    Mreoww
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can feel my brain rotting in my skull.

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    According to Feerrar, mindfulness is also key, especially when reading something that evokes a strong emotion. If you find yourself reacting to news that seems dubious, pause to question the authenticity of what you’re consuming. 

    “Fake news content is often designed to appeal to our emotions,” Feerrar said, noting other possible red flags of AI-generated content, like overly generic headlines. 

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    #19

    Person sharing a hilarious obvious lie story about catcalling while bone hunting, included in funny lies collection.

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    Rick Murray
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Uh-huh, you know rabbits are tiny compared to humans?

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    #20

    Young woman with purple hair and neck tattoo shares funny and obvious lies people tried to pass off as true meme.

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    meow meow
    Community Member
    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe that someone paid the poster $2000 to not have s*x with them but none of rest of the story.

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    #24

    Screenshot of a social media post sharing a hilariously obvious lie about owning someone at school with Minecraft and fashion references.

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    Mike F
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He had to otherwise his nose would begin bleeding again after getting clocked for his smart mouth.

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    #25

    Young woman with green highlights and matching nails posing with a selfie in a bathroom, illustrating obvious lies people tried to pass off.

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    olaff 422
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again, imagine being hot and feeling the need to post this shite. I'm an insecure, ugly F and I don't need this kind of validation.

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    #26

    Screenshot of a hilarious obvious lie about flying with a perfect baby and passengers clapping on the plane.

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    Cee Cee
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only way this happened would be through sedation.

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    #28

    Screenshot of a hilariously obvious lie in a negative restaurant review with exaggerated claims about service and staff.

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    Cee Cee
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And you didn't respond in Chinese?

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    #29

    Social media post with a humorous obvious lie about personal life, fitting the hilariously obvious lies theme.

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every orifice of my body has just snapped shut in distaste. Except my nose, but it tried

    Liz Rutherford
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Meanwhile, he whacks it in his mom's basement.

    kissmychakram
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    23 *people*. Also, what is a dîck apartment? How does it differ from a regular apartment? Should I ask my realtor if there are any in my area?

    Dangerous Dave
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Any apartment (flat) he lives in is, by deviation, a D*ck Apartment. It’s like the VIP section of Chili’s

    Lila Allen
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe there's an alternate universe with d**k apartments and VIP Chili's

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    Cee Cee
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah right. Tell me you're a virgin without telling me you're a virgin.

    Jonas Fisher
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I'm going to refer to pants from now on as "D**k apartments."

    Stuart
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you're discussing how much s*x you're having then you aren't actually having it.

    Majestic Narwhal
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Translation: I live in my parents basement.

    Subaru645
    Community Member
    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    23 people asked you to eat their cats?

    Dirk Daring
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is oozing with incelcurity.

    Petra Schaap
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    written by a 14 year old incel

    DetriMentaL (It/That)
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They really shouldn't allow internet privileges to prisoners..

    KieLeaHar
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pathetic,. 🙄. Written as he sits alone in hotel room watching cartoons and instagram stories angry at the world thinking ‘why can’t that be me?’ 😢

    Cindy Brick
    Community Member
    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Am I the only one here gagging on behalf of all womanhood?

    lex
    Community Member
    6 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even if this was real, this isn't something you post on social media wtf

    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm pretty sure eating cat is illegal in most countries.

    Carrie Henderson
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So BP censors dr*gs but posts about p***y are fine?

    Amanda Reinstatler
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hmmmm...yeah...he CLEARLY knows what he is doing and is NOT a virgin......

    DEW
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get some self confidence guy. Don't make up stories to fuel your low self confidence. Get some self esteem you are worth it. Tell the truth and not stories.

    veirdbuttrue
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah sure I need a d**k apartment lol. Whatever that is

    JudyfromAccounts
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in a house, but I'd rent a D**k Apartment for a weekend.

    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the sound of the dUck department 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    Data1001
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only "bang" this dude had was with his right hand.

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well the young and promiscuous don't have calendar appts for their activities, but other than that, this story is plausible. Bragging is a big part of their activities, tho it is hard to tell who is getting some and who just talks about getting some but isn't

    Original Kinkster
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He ate 23 p*ssies in 10 years? I mean, that's less than one in four months so I wouldn't be proud of this as it seems he was single during the whole time...

    Chris the Bobcat
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's welcome to it. If I wanted to eat something that smelled like a dead fish, I'd go to Long John Silver's.

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    #30

    Woman sharing a humorous story about obvious lies and misunderstandings in a four-panel social media video reel.

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    paul tress
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i would say being a fantasist was her main problem

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    #31

    Screenshot of a social media post featuring a humorous obvious lie about using big vocabulary to compliment women.

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    Space Invader
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thee displayeth flags of scarlet, crimson and vermillion hues in the most ostentatious manner.

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    #35

    Screenshot of a social media comment sharing a hilariously obvious lie about iron and trucks in the auto industry.

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    Kelli Wilson
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't even get the point she's trying to make

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    #36

    Screenshot of a social media post sharing a hilariously obvious lie about a coworker's inappropriate girlfriend at a work event.

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    Max Fox
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again, could very well have happened.

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    #37

    Tweet showing a humorous lie about a 93-year-old registered blind mum asking which box is for war with France.

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    #39

    Text conversation showing a hilariously obvious lie about giving money to a homeless man and the confrontation that follows.

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ha. American currency isn't printed on paper. Thus, it couldn't give anyone papercuts. I call falsity upon this story!

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    #41

    Text post about a prank call leading to police involvement, highlighting hilariously obvious lies people tried to pass off as true.

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    Max Fox
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doesn't belong here. This could have definitely happened in a small town, especially back when this person was in 7th grade.

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