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Tattoos are common enough that most people are able to look past the old, disproved cliche of “What will it look like when you are old?” However, not all tattoos are created equal, and a few “lucky” people have adorned themselves with pieces that are questionable at best and a warning to others at worst.

Netizens “inkshame” the worst tattoo designs out there, as both a warning and a monument to “the customer is always right.” So get comfortable as you scroll through and be sure to thank your lucky stars you didn’t get one of these tattoos. We also got in touch with tattoo artist Maya Gat to learn more. Upvote your favorites and comment your thoughts below. 

#1

It’s Supposed To Be A Cat Nose

Funny tattoo of a black cloud with a small red shape on a person’s upper chest, near a blue strap and silver chain.

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Ed sheran away
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3 years ago

all i see is..

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    #2

    Local Nc Artist

    A humorous tattoo of butterfly wings on a person's lower back and thighs.

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    solace in rage
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    A butt-erfly

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    #3

    Literally What Is This

    A poorly drawn lion tattoo on a person's back, representing one of the worst tattoos shared online.

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    Roger9er
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited)

    Leave some forehead for the rest of us man!

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    #4

    Loyaty

    Arm tattoo spelling "LOYALTY" in a decorative script.

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    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Terble

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    #5

    Someone I Knew Got A Tattoo On Vacation… Is It Completely Hopeless?

    Funny tattoo of a mermaid with banners saying "Completely Hopeless" on an arm.

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    Phoenix
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Completely hopeless is the only thing this is.

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    #6

    Friend Posted They Got A New Neck Tattoo And The Artist Did A Fantastic Job

    Neck tattoo of an eye within a triangle surrounded by abstract lines; an example of worst tattoos shared online.

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    Phoenix
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Low standards lead to less disappointment.

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    #7

    The Skull

    A tattoo of a skull with roses on a forearm, styled in black and gray, humorously considered one of the worst tattoos.

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    Sue Denham
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    In my head I can hear it saying "Hey, hey, hey!" in a Fozzie Bear voice.

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    #8

    The Hands

    Funny tattoo of two mermaids with human faces on a leg, surrounded by bubbles and seaweed.

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    Phoenix
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    With faces like that you're worried about the hands?

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    #9

    I Don’t…. I Can’t Understand It. The Longer You Get… The Worse It Is

    Funny tattoo of a hooded figure with exaggerated features and a finger to the lips.

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    Divyansha Shukla
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    It's looking like a drunk skeleton trying to pick its nose

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    #10

    So I Am An Emt And I Was Looking Up Ambulance Inspired Ink.. I Came Across This Gem

    Back tattoo with humorous text: "If found face down call an ambulance."

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    Anne Jones
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    What if he’s not naked from the waist up? Leave him?

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    #11

    I Have No Words

    Funny tattoo reading "Momma's Girl" on a wrist with uneven handwriting and hearts around it.

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    Kariali
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    That looks selfmade

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    #12

    Yikes

    Funny tattoo of a blue fish with big eyes and the phrase "just keep swimming" surrounded by colorful bubbles.

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    Kariali
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Besides the sloppy execution, I think it's cute

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    #13

    Just… Why?

    Funny tattoos of cartoon characters on a man's torso, featuring a necktie design on the chest.

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    Ed sheran away
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    the tie lol

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    #14

    Super Bad

    Close-up of a humorous Superman logo tattoo on a person's chest, revealed by lifting their shirt.

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    Tyranamar Seuss
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Got tired of coloring. My son colors like this, "It's taking forever!!"

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    #15

    Local Shop Post

    Tattoo of bread with the text "Merica Bred" misspelled, highlighting a humorous tattoo fail.

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    Will Cable
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    It looks like a prolapsed r****m with a broken bottle in it

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    #16

    Found On Tiktok

    Woman with funny tattoo of hands reaching out, surrounded by roses, on chest.

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    *Confused Screaming*
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Is the one on the right a half-human, half velociraptor crossbreed?

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    #17

    Someone Posted This In A Apa Pool Group. Just Awful

    Tattoo of colorful billiard balls and a cue, featuring an 8-ball.

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    DooooCrime
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    The classic pool game where you swap one ball with a red egg. My favorite.

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    #18

    Nice Watch Bro

    Man with funny tattoos on arm sitting on bed with two kids.

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    Phoenix
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Excuse me sir, do you know what ti... errr, nevermind.

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    #19

    I Finally Have Something To Post! So Much Going On. One Of My Matches On A Dating App

    Person with numerous tattoos on their chest and arms, showcasing a variety of intricate and humorous designs.

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    Kariali
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Jail souvenirs?

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    #20

    It's The Constant Bragging About Getting Free Tattoos And Then They All Look Like This

    Amateurish rose tattoo on arm, categorized among the worst tattoos shared for humor.

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    Ed sheran away
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    its kinda cute doe

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    #21

    The Longer You Look The Worse It Gets

    A tattoo featuring a geometric design with a blue stone centerpiece.

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    Blue Bunny of Happiness
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    The caption is 100% accurate

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    #22

    Unique tattoo of an Ionic column on a person's leg, showcasing one of the worst tattoos shared for humor.

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    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    It's official, you're now a pillar of society... what society, no one knows

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    #23

    I Did It Guys… I Finally Found One In The Wild

    Funny tattoo with two faceless figures, one in a suit, the other in a kilt, with text "You and I are gonna live forever."

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    Divyansha Shukla
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Is that a threat ?

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    #24

    This Guy Is From My Hometown. I Don't Even Understand What This Is Supposed To Be About

    Back tattoo featuring a wolf above a Day of the D**d inspired face, part of the funniest tattoo collection.

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    Mayra
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Harry Potter and the Heterochromic Zombie Wolf

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    #25

    Sorry But What The F Is This?? The Placement???

    Person with tattoos on thighs, including an eye and flower design, wearing denim shorts.

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    Firstname Lastname
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    The face of a girl who overapplied her lipstick? 🤔

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    #26

    Big Yikes. Found On Tik Tok

    Person with a poorly done clown tattoo on their chest, face covered with a skull emoji.

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    Kariali
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Visual contraceptive

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    #27

    On My Instagram Feed… Someone In The Comments Asked What It Was Supposed To Be & The Owner Said It’s Gonna Be A Semi Colon, She’s Just Waiting For It To Heal First

    Close-up of a wrist with a small, simple tattoo resembling a semicolon.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Looks more like a colon!

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    #28

    Mercedes Benz Logo Anyone?

    Funny tattoo resembling a logo with floral design on an arm.

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    the nice person
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Looks like a star I drew as a kid.

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    #29

    Dude Said He Was Fine With A "Free Tattoo"

    Amusing tattoo of a discontented drink cup with a straw on skin.

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    Dani M
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Shake!!! Brilliant tattoo 😂 athf

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    #30

    The Fact That Someone Tattooed This, Took A Picture, And Uploaded It 🥴 Not The Worst I've Seen But It Definitely Isn't The Best. Especially The Nails 🫣

    Funny tattoo of a hand with thread wrapped awkwardly, inviting comments on what should be added.

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    DooooCrime
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    She needs to get a refund on that manicure.

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    #31

    Ooof Local Shop

    Turtle tattoo on a person's hand, showcasing humorous tattoo art.

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    Ed sheran away
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    it doesnt look THAT bad

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    #32

    The Client Paid Extra For Name And Shading, Apparently

    Worst tattoos: An angel with a broken clock and "Lucas" with date, etched on forearm.

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    Alyssa Brown
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Shows some potential at least, hard for me to rag on it too much as it looks like a memorial piece

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    #33

    A Friend On My Timeline From A Local Shop

    Tattoo of a skeleton and a woman kissing on a person's forearm, showcasing a humorous or unusual design.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    The movement lines (I'm assuming that's what they are) aren't bad.

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    #34

    I Know Theres Definitely Worse Ones But... I Dont Like It

    Colorful dragon tattoo with text banners, an example of the worst tattoos shared online for humorous reasons.

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    Rizzo
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    I'm not Dutch, but German and I read here: "Sometimes all we need is a sweet little giant." Am I right?

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    #35

    “Award Winning Been Tattooing For Over 15 Years”

    Worst tattoo depicting a sleeping baby with wings on a person's back.

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    Blue Bunny of Happiness
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    It’s definitely not the worst on this list!

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    #36

    My Friend Is Showing Off His New Tatt. He Is Super Proud Of It. I Wonder If I Should Tell Him

    My Friend Is Showing Off His New Tatt. He Is Super Proud Of It. I Wonder If I Should Tell Him

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    Anne Jones
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Are they Grandpa Simpsons hands?

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    #37

    The Arms And Hands Though

    The Arms And Hands Though

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    Marco Richter
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    I'm more concerned that someone plucked her left wings

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    #38

    I Just Can’t…

    I Just Can’t…

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    DooooCrime
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    I think Mickey has some horrible medical issue with his legs. One is swollen badly and the other looks like all the muscle has atrophied.

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    #39

    A Friend Of Mines Tattoo😭 We Tried Talking Her Out Of Getting It 😂 She Wanted It So Bad She Couldn’t Wait

    A Friend Of Mines Tattoo😭 We Tried Talking Her Out Of Getting It 😂 She Wanted It So Bad She Couldn’t Wait

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    Phoenix
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Except when it's permanent.

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    #40

    Spotted Out In The Wild In Bali

    Spotted Out In The Wild In Bali

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    Anne Jones
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    No strings..

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    #41

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    Ed sheran away
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    what did they do to you tinker..

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    #42

    This Is Atrocious 🥴😂 It’s Supposed To Be The Evil Queen From Once Upon A Time 😬 😅

    This Is Atrocious 🥴😂 It’s Supposed To Be The Evil Queen From Once Upon A Time 😬 😅

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    kissmychakram
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Congratulations, you managed to make Lana Parrilla look unattractive. Did not know this was possible.

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    #43

    This Guy Usually Does Really Good Work. Idk What Happened Here

    This Guy Usually Does Really Good Work. Idk What Happened Here

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    Natalie P
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    He doesn't like cats...

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    #44

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    Someone's highlighted their ringworm infection.

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    #45

    Found This In A Thread Of Winnie The Pooh Tattoos

    Found This In A Thread Of Winnie The Pooh Tattoos

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    Ed sheran away
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    cute lol

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    #46

    Castiel From Supernatural Lookin Rough Here

    Castiel From Supernatural Lookin Rough Here

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    Nina
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    The sad thing is, the tat overall looks quite detailed and well-executed. Like the coat, the hands, wings. Faces are really hard to get right apparently (at least he looks like a human, not like a monster like some other portraits I've seen)

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    #47

    Another Tinder Find

    Another Tinder Find

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    Ed sheran away
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    i dont mind the tattoo but the hair doe

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    #48

    Found In The Wild…

    Found In The Wild…

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    Phoenix
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    This should be a bumper sticker, not a back tat.

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    #49

    Lines And Shading Are So Bad

    Lines And Shading Are So Bad

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    Blue Bunny of Happiness
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    That’s one long spindly bird leg!

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    #50

    Apparently They Are Slugs Not Poop 😅 My Friend Was Going To Get A Tattoo From Her But Thankfully I Checked The Insta Needless To Say She Dodged A Bullet

    Apparently They Are Slugs Not Poop 😅 My Friend Was Going To Get A Tattoo From Her But Thankfully I Checked The Insta Needless To Say She Dodged A Bullet

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    Kariali
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    That's actually what slugs look like. Question is: Why would you get them tattoed? But there's certainly a reason.

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    #51

    Someone Commented “The Last Dandelion”

    Someone Commented “The Last Dandelion”

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    Mark (it/urgh)
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    I mean, you can tell who it is.

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    #52

    Saw This In An Acotar Group... Love The Idea, But Why's It So Hard To Read?!

    Saw This In An Acotar Group... Love The Idea, But Why's It So Hard To Read?!

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    DumYum
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    The sun was shining When I Left you.

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    #53

    On My Timeline... What Do We Think?

    On My Timeline... What Do We Think?

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    Ed sheran away
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    3 years ago

    i think it looks ok

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    #54

    Bro Actually Does Great Work... But What Happened Here

    Bro Actually Does Great Work... But What Happened Here

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    Lakota Wolf (she/her)
    Community Member
    Premium
    3 years ago

    It's supposed to represent the Aries zodiac sign. The left half is the "symbol" for Aries, and the right half is an actual ram's face (well, it's SUPPOSED to be one, anyway.) Aries, in the zodiac, is "The Ram".

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    #55

    From An "Artist's" Page... My Eyes! My Eyes!

    From An "Artist's" Page... My Eyes! My Eyes!

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    Tyranamar Seuss
    Community Member
    3 years ago

    These are fine. Why are your eyes burning? Did you not see some of the other monstrosities on this post?

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