In a world where we're constantly being told what to do, it's often tempting to rebel against the system and stop doing as we're instructed. But as you can see from this hilarious list compiled by Bored Panda, there's another, more subtle way to fight back against the establishment. How? By following the rules as literally as possible! Don't know how? Then scroll on for some covert anti-establishment inspiration. Don't forget to vote for the funniest!

#1

You Are To Assume The Role Of A Chinese Immigrant In 1870

You Are To Assume The Role Of A Chinese Immigrant In 1870

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Hàolín Huang
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Translation: My life here isn't quite good... the working environment is bad, and there's no such thing as sufficient welfare. But don't worry, only about a dozen people are severely injured everyday. I try my best to be careful. We opened a small bodega and the business is great. Even though I don't know much English, it isn't hard to understand these white people. Hopefully I'll achieve something! I'd work really hard and take care of myself... are you guys doing well? I miss you a lot, wish we can see each other again...

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#2

This Peanut Sale

This Peanut Sale

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John L
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Free Enterprise! Nothing in the world beats it, and organizations/governments can't squelch it.

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#3

Mortality Is Real

Mortality Is Real

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#4

My Wife Wanted A Run-Of-The-Mill Birthday Party. I Asked Her, "So Just A Generic Party?" This Is The Result

My Wife Wanted A Run-Of-The-Mill Birthday Party. I Asked Her, "So Just A Generic Party?" This Is The Result

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Sweep the Leg
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is awesome! Look how much work he put into a creative "uncreative" generic birthday. I'd appreciate a guy like this!

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#6

My Mom Told Me To "Clean The Bathroom Like The Queen Of England Is Visiting"

My Mom Told Me To "Clean The Bathroom Like The Queen Of England Is Visiting"

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John L
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Somehow I just can't picture Elizabeth sitting down to read Harry Potter. Otherwise.... ;)

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#7

Breastfeeding Request

Breastfeeding Request

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rayo UV
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The sign on spanish says "if you need mom, get food please cover, thank you"

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#8

Arriva Has Banned Shorts As A Part Of Their Uniform, Offering Only Pants Or Skirts Regardless Of Weather

Arriva Has Banned Shorts As A Part Of Their Uniform, Offering Only Pants Or Skirts Regardless Of Weather

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#9

You're Welcome, Mum

You're Welcome, Mum

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#10

My Wife Asked Me To Take Some Pictures With My New Selfie Stick When Doing Stuff Throughout The Day

My Wife Asked Me To Take Some Pictures With My New Selfie Stick When Doing Stuff Throughout The Day

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

Firemen usually have a smart as* type of humor, I had a couple in my family.

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#13

How To Draw A Sheep

How To Draw A Sheep

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John L
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just imagine a whole herd of these critters moving around the hillside.

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#16

Found Some Amazing Indian Writing

Found Some Amazing Indian Writing

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Shirley Richard
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is exactly how we got to this place in time. No one is being racist, sorry. The Indian (whether he's native or not) clearly took this picture and endorsed it, else he wouldn't be standing there writing. Now, he thought this was clever enough so maybe you all should too. If everyone wasn't so busy policing each other and looking so nasty things to say to each other then this country wouldn't be as screwed up as it is now. You don't need to be butthurt over this photo...laugh.

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#17

He Chose... Wisely

He Chose... Wisely

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

"Hi , my name is Wisely." - "Carefully, nice to meet you! May I introduce you to Think Twice?"

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#18

Can't Argue With That

Can't Argue With That

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#19

School District Doesn't Allow Halloween Costumes

School District Doesn't Allow Halloween Costumes

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#21

Question Everything

Question Everything

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Daria B
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why are you all keeping questioning with why? There's also how, ans tons of other questions to question each other's statements, aren't there? ♥

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#22

My Dad Asked The Waitress For "One Very Small Check" I Think That She Out-Dadjoked Him In Response

My Dad Asked The Waitress For "One Very Small Check" I Think That She Out-Dadjoked Him In Response

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John L
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People with a rich imagination make the world an interesting place.

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#23

How To Cook Pork & Caramelised Chestnut Stuffing

How To Cook Pork & Caramelised Chestnut Stuffing

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#24

Girlfriend Told Me To Wear A Plain Tie To Dinner Tonight

Girlfriend Told Me To Wear A Plain Tie To Dinner Tonight

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

Well what's wrong? Should it have been a biplane instead of a jet plane...?

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#25

Future Lawyer? Was Told He Couldn't Go Outside

Future Lawyer? Was Told He Couldn't Go Outside

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#26

Because, Screw You And Your "End User License Agreement"

Because, Screw You And Your "End User License Agreement"

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

Well done...good thing is that these EULAs usually violate so many national laws that they are void anyway.

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#27

My Wife Asked Me To Put The Cake In The Oven At 120 Degrees. Took Some Doing, But I Managed It

My Wife Asked Me To Put The Cake In The Oven At 120 Degrees. Took Some Doing, But I Managed It

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#29

I Never Imagined The Golden Gate Bridge Was As Bike Friendly As It Is

I Never Imagined The Golden Gate Bridge Was As Bike Friendly As It Is

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#30

The Poor Girl Actually Stopped Walking

The Poor Girl Actually Stopped Walking

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#31

My Dad Asked Me To Hand Him His Ginger Ale. I Don't Know What To Do

My Dad Asked Me To Hand Him His Ginger Ale. I Don't Know What To Do

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#34

I Have No Words For This One

I Have No Words For This One

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#35

When You're Told To Change Ur Shirt Before Thanksgiving Dinner So You Happily Oblige

When You're Told To Change Ur Shirt Before Thanksgiving Dinner So You Happily Oblige

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#36

My Wife Just Told Me She Is Pregnant, And Wanted A Toasty Shower. First Dad Joke Executed

My Wife Just Told Me She Is Pregnant, And Wanted A Toasty Shower. First Dad Joke Executed

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John L
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Depending on her mood of the moment, this could be a Serious Mistake.

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#37

I Noticed This Bottle At A Local Coffee Shop, And Asked The Owner About It. He Said "Health Inspector Asked 'What's This Jar?' And I Said Nothing, It's Empty, And She Said 'Everything Has To Be Labeled' So I Labeled It."

I Noticed This Bottle At A Local Coffee Shop, And Asked The Owner About It. He Said "Health Inspector Asked 'What's This Jar?' And I Said Nothing, It's Empty, And She Said 'Everything Has To Be Labeled' So I Labeled It."

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

bureaucrats... In the province of Québec here where everything must be... and i say MUST be in french we have inspector who goes everywhere and give penalty if it's in English. people has to put sticker in french over microwave or coffemaker where it was written in English... like people doesn't know what POWER or START mean...

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#38

My Brother Got Bored Waiting At The Pharmacy

My Brother Got Bored Waiting At The Pharmacy

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#39

Why People Don't Obey Signs

Why People Don't Obey Signs

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#40

Bus Driver Near Busy Stop Ticketed For Letting Passengers Get Off Early Due To Congestion. Reaction: Today Bus Drivers Coordinated To Do Things By The Book And Only Stop Exactly At Bus Stops; Huge Line-Up Ensues

Bus Driver Near Busy Stop Ticketed For Letting Passengers Get Off Early Due To Congestion. Reaction: Today Bus Drivers Coordinated To Do Things By The Book And Only Stop Exactly At Bus Stops; Huge Line-Up Ensues

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#43

My Brother Had To Work, So He Asked Me To Save Him A Little Bit Of Everything

My Brother Had To Work, So He Asked Me To Save Him A Little Bit Of Everything

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#44

Mom Asked Me To Put The Toilet Paper On The Shelf

Mom Asked Me To Put The Toilet Paper On The Shelf

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Totally Magical Unicorn
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate it when people make you use up the cheap toilet paper before you get to the soft stuff.

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#46

My Parents Are On A Short Vacation And Asked Me To Stop By And "Secure The Dog". Mission Accomplished

My Parents Are On A Short Vacation And Asked Me To Stop By And "Secure The Dog". Mission Accomplished

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#48

My Wife Asked For A Coach Bag For Her Birthday. Let's Just Say She's Pretty Happy Today

My Wife Asked For A Coach Bag For Her Birthday. Let's Just Say She's Pretty Happy Today

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#49

He Was Just Following Orders

He Was Just Following Orders

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#53

Roommate Asked Me To Talk To Her Plants While She Was Away

Roommate Asked Me To Talk To Her Plants While She Was Away

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#54

When You Pause And Say "Uh" When They Ask Your Name At Starbucks

When You Pause And Say "Uh" When They Ask Your Name At Starbucks

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#56

What A Smart Ass

What A Smart Ass

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#57

Malaysian Prince Dons Hulk Hands After Being Told He Must Wear Gloves For Handshakes With Women

Malaysian Prince Dons Hulk Hands After Being Told He Must Wear Gloves For Handshakes With Women

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#61

Is This How I'm Supposed To Do It?

Is This How I'm Supposed To Do It?

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

Wait for the creepy bubbles shown in the figure. It will do the thing

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#62

Happened To Notice My Neighbor's Car Door Open During A Massive Sleet Storm. She Told Me To Mind My Own Business Last Time We Talked

Happened To Notice My Neighbor's Car Door Open During A Massive Sleet Storm. She Told Me To Mind My Own Business Last Time We Talked

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#63

My Grandmother Has Insisted For Years That "A Good Scottish Country House Just Isn't Complete Without A Wall Mounted Stag Head." My Mum Finally Caved

My Grandmother Has Insisted For Years That "A Good Scottish Country House Just Isn't Complete Without A Wall Mounted Stag Head." My Mum Finally Caved

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

At least she knows that killing defenceless animals for human selfishness is wrong. Your mum is cool.

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#64

The Girlfriend Asked Me To Shovel A Path To The Garage

The Girlfriend Asked Me To Shovel A Path To The Garage

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John L
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the military that is what is known as "Good initiative, poor judgment".

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#66

My Wife Asked For "Laser Hair Removal" For Christmas. She Was Less Than Thrilled

My Wife Asked For "Laser Hair Removal" For Christmas. She Was Less Than Thrilled

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John L
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

LOL!, give him "A" for originality, and "F" for "Your Time Will Come Buster!"

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#67

It Seems That Malicious Compliance Begins Young

It Seems That Malicious Compliance Begins Young

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Emma Revell
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

technically it's right half of 4 sweets is 2 sweets well 4 halves add up to 2!!

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#68

Please Fall In Line

Please Fall In Line

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

Didn't Alicia Keys sing a song about this? "I'll keep on falling, in and out of line..."

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#69

This Is My Spot

This Is My Spot

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

I think this is a picture from one of the parking abuse protests.

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#70

I Asked For The Restaurant To Go Easy On The Mustard And This Came Out

I Asked For The Restaurant To Go Easy On The Mustard And This Came Out

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#71

Well If You Say So

Well If You Say So

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#72

I Was Grumpy When I Came Home From Work So I Asked My Husband For Space. He Handed Me This

I Was Grumpy When I Came Home From Work So I Asked My Husband For Space. He Handed Me This

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#73

So I Asked For Extra Pickles Today At Subway

So I Asked For Extra Pickles Today At Subway

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#75

If You Insist

If You Insist

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#76

Whoever Runs The Overwatch Twitter Account Knows How It's Done

Whoever Runs The Overwatch Twitter Account Knows How It's Done

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#78

Okay, Heads Up!

Okay, Heads Up!

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#79

Just Following Directions

Just Following Directions

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#80

The Importance Of Following Instructions

The Importance Of Following Instructions

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#81

The Instructions Were To Bring Two Photos On A CD

The Instructions Were To Bring Two Photos On A CD

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#84

Roommate Needed A Blank Trophy As A Prop

Roommate Needed A Blank Trophy As A Prop

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#85

When You Ask For Sour Cream On The Side

When You Ask For Sour Cream On The Side

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#87

Last Night I Asked My Husband To Put Some Spaghetti On The Stove So I Could Start Dinner When I Got Home

Last Night I Asked My Husband To Put Some Spaghetti On The Stove So I Could Start Dinner When I Got Home

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#88

I Told My Brother To Print Out A Dot-To-Dot For Our Sister. He Came Back With This

I Told My Brother To Print Out A Dot-To-Dot For Our Sister. He Came Back With This

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

Oooh! They should do this for adults! Like adult colouring books!

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#89

Wife Asked Me To Pick Up Tampons For Her

Wife Asked Me To Pick Up Tampons For Her

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#90

Saw This Above The Urinals In The Bathroom At Work This Morning

Saw This Above The Urinals In The Bathroom At Work This Morning

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#93

Just Following Directions

Just Following Directions

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#94

I'm Not Very Good At Drawing, But I Hope This Suffices

I'm Not Very Good At Drawing, But I Hope This Suffices

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#97

Not Going To Replace The Towel Drop Bin?

Not Going To Replace The Towel Drop Bin?

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#98

When You Go To McDonald's And Ask For An Egg McMuffin With Sausage And Cheese Only

When You Go To McDonald's And Ask For An Egg McMuffin With Sausage And Cheese Only

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

Why does McDonald's always take things so literally? I asked for a plain cheeseburger once and they gave me a bun...nothing on the bun, just the bun.

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#99

Instructions Unclear

Instructions Unclear

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#100

My Sister Asked My 6'5" Nephew To Bring In The Costco Run

My Sister Asked My 6'5" Nephew To Bring In The Costco Run

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#101

This Kid Is Going Places

This Kid Is Going Places

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Jonathan Sherry
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wouldn't have filled it out since my name isn't Underline, obviously it doesn't apply to me.

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#102

Mom Asked Me To Rip Up A Carpet For Her. I Think I Did A Good Job

Mom Asked Me To Rip Up A Carpet For Her. I Think I Did A Good Job

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#105

Radar, Go To Bed!

Radar, Go To Bed!

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