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Have you ever had a conversation with someone about your favorite food or drink, only to have them turn their nose up in disgust? "Ew, how on Earth can you possibly enjoy that?" they might say. "It's gross!"

And they're well within their rights. After all, taste is highly subjective; just because someone doesn't enjoy a particular flavor or texture doesn't mean it's not delicious to others. Right?

Well, the Instagram account 'Most Offensive Foods' is here to challenge that notion. As its name suggests, this fun little online project is on a mission to find objectively terrible dishes, and it's not holding anything back. From brewing coffee with pasta water to a Doritos and Mountain Dew cheesecake, continue scrolling to check out the abominations.

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    CouchChihuahua
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I luv how these r all(i think) american brands EDIT 1: Thanks y’all for 39 upvotes + creating a whole conversation of replies!

    Delta Dawn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know anyone who buys them and they’re usually on deep sale. There was a Peeps on sale last spring. Peeps. Cereal.

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    Lord Mysticlaw
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would happily eat any of them. I'm definitely not going to pretend that it's a healthy breakfast, but I'd sure eat it.

    deborah ahn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and why is obesity such a problem?

    Fantastic Mr Fox
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Must be genetics. There’s nothing we can do. /s

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    best turtle
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i kinda want to try the twinkie one

    Carla McNeil
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All of these abominations exist, and more. They're just not usually side by side. Did it all start with Cookie Crisp? I don't know, but the wierdness continues.

    Urara Bridge
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only in the land of the FREEEEEEEEE capitalism and no health care!

    CouchChihuahua
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    YES THANK U FOR PUTTING IT OUT THERE SO WELL! u get my upvote

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    Id row
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, I've got one of these cereals on top of my fridge, lol. It would be hypocritical of me to criticize this.

    A Geography Nerd
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait until you hear about Wendy's Frosty Cereal

    Wesley Stewart
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would do things to ANYBODY for a simple spoonful of friggin DRUMSTICKS CEREAL!

    Powerful Katrinka
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They don't have Calvin's (of Calvin & Hobbes) favorite: Chocolate Coated Sugar Bombs. Which he mixes with chocolate milk.

    Dexter Moncrieff
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    2 years ago

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    ive never worn calvins but boxers my thing but like to go commando a lot if im in the mookd

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    Niki A
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm going to sound like an a*s, but as a kid I preferred Raisin Bran and Wheaties.... I still don't add sugar to cereal.

    Renegade
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're not an a*s. You're a freak, but not an a*s.

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    Anjelika
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm curious about the fruity pebbles, are they good ?

    Beth Wendland
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fruity Pebbles are AMAZINGLY good. Highly recommend. If you’re concerned about the sugar, start with a base of Rice Krispies and add some FB on top.

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    JB
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like photo shop, tbh

    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All these brands/flavors do exist, though.

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    ZuriLovesYou
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of those look good, but others...

    Frances Petendra
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing like a bowl of sugar to start your kids day!.😵‍💫

    Bingyu Hu
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i mean sure for the kisses cereal but jolly rancher cereal??

    ThreeTrenchCoatsInaTrenchcoat
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a Youtuber named Alonzo Lerone that tries these! He's pretty funny I recommend him.

    SobyKay
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most cereals need to be in the dessert aisle these days, not in the normal food section.

    MikeMaxis
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok fair enough but I won't share kisses with my family.

    Kraneia The Dancing Dryad
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of these I hadn't heard of. But wouldn't be surprised.

    Melissa Foxworthy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just another way to get kids hooked on candy

    O.M.Miki
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I kind of want to try the twinkies lol... this is so bizarre lol

    Monosyllabic girl
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd try drumstick but cotton candy crunch?! Blechh

    Terry Fergusson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The most typical reply of an American to anything is, "I haven't seen it so it doesn't exist".

    Mzzz Lucas
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is just INSANE 🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻

    IamMe
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think somebody has been saving up all the weird flavors they could find for a long time, then just lined them up on a shelf for a photo shoot. Or, simply edited them in.

    FlatEarf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have never seen a single one of these cereals and if I bought any of them it would be the pop tarts if I had too, and to the people out there thinking yeah more proof of fat Americans, these are not common

    Bananaramamama
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Delicious. The explanation you seek is delicious

    Edda Kamphues
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is something very disturbing about all the colours.

    Jean M Goudreau
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm American. I've never seen these

    the engineer 🇺🇦
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the kisses and the rest of the cereals are fine but the jolly ranchers can go

    Marilyn Russell
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Geez, I thought the sugar cereals that they had when I was a kid in the 80’s were bad.

    Fred Burke
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want the NesQuik cereal back. Soooo good.

    Katy Cattoni
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Big, fat NO to every one of these.

    Chez2202
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that the jolly rancher cereal is family size. What adult would allow that to pass their lips?

    Lil Potato
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would eat the kisses one, but none of the others

    Weezy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    American here - I've never seen any of these except Captain Crunch & Fruity Pebbles. I've seen all of the brands, not just not in these cereal abominations!

    Jennifer Norton
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And people here in the US wonder why all our kids are getting so fat.... hmmmmm... it's a mystery

    FabulousMari
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, it’s Walmart. Those seem like a proper fit for the shoppers there. They won’t stock it if people don’t buy it.

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    JB
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And idiots buying this think they're "owning" someone. See also: recent Trump NFTs. LOL

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    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember this. Someone asked them if it was good and all they replied was "no". LOL.

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    Tweaked
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fact that these jello monstrosities are called 'salad' disturbs me more than anything.

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    KJ
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What did it look like before it was ate?

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    MarchingBanda786
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’d try it, it can’t be worse than garlic ice cream (don’t ask)

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    KJ
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Solving a problem that doesn't exist.

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    Leolynn Cauthron
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are generally special ordered fur new baby gender reveal Parties or for baby showers. Never see them in stores.

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    Leolynn Cauthron
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    7-up cake and mt dew cake are both actually very good. Not sure why everyone is hating on them. They are very tasty, moist lemony sort of flavored cakes. Like lemon bread.

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    Firstname Lastname
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would happily try this. Probably with a spoon handy when it falls apart, but I'd eat it.

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    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know this sounds gross, but I have this delicious sweet 'n sour cocktail hot dog recipe. My mom refused to tell me what was in it (my step aunt made it) until I was older... ketchup and grape jelly. You literally melt them together. And if I had known I would've barfed, but listen - I loved it, and still do. Sometimes weird combos work.

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    BryanR
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With all the stuff at the Texas State Fair this seems reasonable.

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    TAG86
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd see nothing wrong with this... butternut squash soup uses the same spice combo as pumpkin pie spice, basically would just be a thinner version of that with noodles Maybe just skip the whipped cream and espresso shot haha

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    Anjelika
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well If it tastes good I see no problem

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    Leolynn Cauthron
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where’s the actual guac? Looks more like a salsa or pico.

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    Santhe van der Meulen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is actually not as bad as it sounds! It's quite common in the Netherlands. It's called "leverkaas" or literally, liver cheese. No clue why it's called "cheese" as there's no cheese in it at all!

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    Inella‍
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love creamsicles, so I'd totally try that!

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    JB
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    port cheddar has been around a long time, this isn't much of a difference

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    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why not? It's probably just the flavor, not actual gum. I've had bubblegum flavored fudge before. Recently had jelly donut flavored, too!

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    Ana Ferreira
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Congealed is such an unpleasant word. 😖

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    Echidna learns extreme ironing
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ahhh.... one of those crafty arty puzzles..... you have 30 seconds to find the bagel.

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    TotallyNOTaFox
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe uncommon in the US and europe, but in some parts of asia it's normal food

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    Jul_Jul_C
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a bit of a cooking problem, the outside should be a bit browner but nothing wrong here if you ask for a blue steak.

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    Tweaked
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gtfo with 'salad'. That's a ham paste.

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    Lord Mysticlaw
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's just a root beer float after the ice cream melted

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    LK
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Apparently chocolate (and coffee) works well in porters. It would be interesting to see it made with a real chocolate rather the Hershey's.

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    Debby Keir
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a great idea to get kids to use sanitiser, providing you explain fully that it's not edible. Kids in the UK take them to school with them, and use throughout the day.

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    deathrose
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd try it if it was offered but I probably wouldn't buy it

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    Lord Mysticlaw
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah see, I knew the purple stuff could be glitter syrup.

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    JB
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    are those.. mashed potatoes?

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    KJ
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother used to eat pineapple cottage cheese often years ago, not that strange.

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    Tweaked
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The baileys limited are actually really nice. The Eton mess and red velvet are pretty good too.

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    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So boba is weird and offensive now? Did I miss something?

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    Lord Mysticlaw
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you can cover a peanut with chocolate why can't you cover a nice crunchy chickpea with chocolate? This is probably delicious.

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    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awww. I legit had one of the Swedish Fish cans in my hand this past Saturday. It was sugar free and has aspartame, which reacts badly to bipolar. Had to put it back.

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    ZuriLovesYou
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is pretty the compared to the others

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    Tweaked
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had these, they're so sickly. I wouldn't say they're the worst thing I've ever eaten though.

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    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had this. Love Fruity Pebbles. Was delicious.

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    Tweaked
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who doesn't want a cremè pie for breakfast?

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    Inella‍
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *whistles nonchalantly as she hurries out of the aisle carrying her blue syrup*

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