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If you've ever heard the phrase, "Life's a beach," you probably wondered what does it actually mean. A seagull swooping in and stealing your wallet? Or maybe that beached whales are some profound allegory for our society? Well, probably neither but it's fun to entertain the possibilities.

We here at Bored Panda have compiled a series of the most unexpected things that took place at the seashore and it turns out, these pictures have the answers to the questions above. So if you thought that nothing ever really happens on a beach day, let us prove you wrong. It's not just lazing around and baking in the sunshine. The same water you're washing your troubles away can also spit out a giant squid right in your face. The sad part, though, is that it's not all that exciting. Or romantic. There's always a balding, middle-aged man to photobomb your best shots. But hey, at least you’ll never get bored with all these funny people around you.

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Her Name Is Argiro And She Likes To Dry Up On This Chair That The Locals Saved For Her

Her Name Is Argiro And She Likes To Dry Up On This Chair That The Locals Saved For Her

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

This must be in Greece. Argyro means 'silvery' in Greek, it's a relatively common name. So sweet. And she is kinda silvery too :)

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What's cool about visiting the beach -- even the same one -- is that they are ever-changing environments so it'll be a little different every time you come back. Within one human lifetime, a shoreline can grow or shrink by tens of feet due to the action of waves, wind, storms, floods and other weather conditions. 

Waves can erode beaches and carry material to other areas, widening shorelines. They can also erode the bases of cliffs until they collapse, changing the coastline overnight. The wind blows sand beyond the waves, forming sand dunes which are eventually colonized by plants. The vegetation slows the wind, preventing it from blowing the sand away and the dunes continue growing larger and larger. There's always something going on.

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My Lady Friend Wanted A Piggy Back Picture On The Beach And A Random Biker Watching The Sunset Said He Wanted One Too

My Lady Friend Wanted A Piggy Back Picture On The Beach And A Random Biker Watching The Sunset Said He Wanted One Too

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And if this leaves you craving for a new adventure, try to look for a beach that has a Blue Flag status. Blue Flag criteria include quality, safety, environmental education and information standards, the provision of services and general environmental management criteria. This means that they are safe, the water quality is great, and there are plenty of things to experience. They are in most countries around the world with a total of 4,154 Blue Flags waving across the globe.

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How Girls Take Pictures At The Beach

How Girls Take Pictures At The Beach

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

I like the bottom left, he got the "hand in the hair" thing perfect (you'll now notice how many ladies are doing that in their selfies)

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

Superb. Especially the "Photo time, let's not stand up straight" one.

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

Wow I know girls that would kill to nail that hand held heart pic like that!

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

I am a girl but the pose on the last picture looks so intricate that I am seriously questioning my gender

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

And why not?See the Lithuanian picture above to see how guys take pictures at the beach...

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

And if it makes males looks stupid then you can be sure the same for the females.

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

Not this girl. Just me and a sexy bikini and cool shades, no weird poses.

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

Oh of course, because it’s just SO much fun to make fun of girls for no reason other than some of them just being themselves. Ugh

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

OK. . .let's see how many are triggered by this one. We already have a few, lol.

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I'm a girl and just cringed at that, lol. That is typical girl though, which is one reason why I get along better with guys.

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

What you just said was typical. Every basic chick says she’s not like the other girls and only hangs out with guys. That is a red flag for being toxic. It’s okay to be different and not hate on others in the process. I don’t take pics like this either but evvvvvverrrrry wannabe type of chick always pulls that “I’m not like THEM. I only hang out with MEN” plea for attention. It’s such a cliche that it’s commonly made fun of.

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That’s why women will never be taken seriously 😳

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

Yes, all the women. They are truly the worst. Fortunately we have brave heroes like them men above to mock them into shame.

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We Took My Cat To The Beach And There Happened To Be A Professional Dancer Having A Photo Shoot

We Took My Cat To The Beach And There Happened To Be A Professional Dancer Having A Photo Shoot

Obviously this happened because Buns' day wasn't confusing enough.

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

I have never heard of someone taking their cat to the beach... is this a thing?? It sounds marvelous!

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Saw This Guy On The Beach. He Said His Grandkids Bought Him This Shirt

Saw This Guy On The Beach. He Said His Grandkids Bought Him This Shirt

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I Was Stood Taking A Photo Of My Girlfriend In The Sea, Then Realised So Was Every Other Instagram Boyfriend

I Was Stood Taking A Photo Of My Girlfriend In The Sea, Then Realised So Was Every Other Instagram Boyfriend

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You Have To Stay 10' Feet Away From The Wild Ponies On Assateague, Even If They Steal Your Spot

You Have To Stay 10' Feet Away From The Wild Ponies On Assateague, Even If They Steal Your Spot

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This Perfect "Story In Three Panels" Of My Cousin

This Perfect "Story In Three Panels" Of My Cousin

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

People bash on pigeons all the time, but seagulls are far higher up in the rankings of sky-rats. Right bastards, all of them.

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My Boyfriend Decided To Take My Dog To The Beach Today For Some “Quality” Time Together

My Boyfriend Decided To Take My Dog To The Beach Today For Some “Quality” Time Together

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

"I am so going to pee in your shoes when i get out of here. FEAR ME! FEAR......MEEEE!"

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Creative Sprite Ad, Creepy Chair Guy

Creative Sprite Ad, Creepy Chair Guy

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

Yeah someone needs to check the local sex offenders database...*shudder....

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#25

Finally An Answer To The Age Old Question "Do Raccoons On A Beach In Panama City, Feel Like Fritos?"

Finally An Answer To The Age Old Question "Do Raccoons On A Beach In Panama City, Feel Like Fritos?"

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Dodge Tried To Shoot A Commercial For A $60,000 Truck At My Local Beach

Dodge Tried To Shoot A Commercial For A $60,000 Truck At My Local Beach

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Saw This Inspirational Beach Message This Morning

Saw This Inspirational Beach Message This Morning

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