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Many people perceive roasting as an act of love. The premise here is that witty, playful teasing among close kin without malicious intent can build trust and signal acceptance. 

In the case of strangers online, slightly spicy banter can make for hilariously memorable exchanges. If you’re on the receiving end of epic burns, it can also be good training for not taking yourself too seriously. 

So, without further ado, here are some of the best roast exchanges Bored Panda has collected for 2025. A few of these burns are so sick, they may require some ointment.

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    Husband Of The Year Gets Called Out On His Misogyny

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    KazzaHazza
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a woman who has just started my period at 2am and is doubled up with cramps, may this man have explosive diarrhoea every day of his life.

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    There is often a negative connotation to teasing. But as you can see in the following posts, these banter sessions are not intended to be painful or destructive. Experts describe this as prosocial teasing, which builds trust and affection while testing each other’s boundaries and not going overboard. 

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    #4

    I Wish I Could Reply Like This

    Social media exchange featuring epic burns in 2025, showcasing clever insults that turned into art through witty comebacks.

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    #5

    Apparently, God Was The One Skipping Happy Hour

    Social media conversation showing an epic burn where an atheist claims credit for being alcohol-free, a top insult in 2025.

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    Zig Zag Wanderer
    Community Member
    23 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have always been confused as to why AA should promote the idea of fixing one addîction by substitution of another. Why not teach self-reliance instead?

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    #6

    On The Power Of Belief

    Social media exchange showcasing epic burns of 2025 turning witty insults into clever art and humor.

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate how people take the true meaning of Christmas, gift giving, family time, lots of food, and then try and shoehorn Jesus into the holiday.

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    Prosocial teasing has its benefits, according to psychology researcher Dr. Peter Gray. For one, it is an expression of acceptance of one’s character by looking at a person’s flaws in a lighthearted manner. 

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    “Teasing can be a playful way of expressing that knowledge (of someone’s strengths and weaknesses) and thereby reinforcing the friendship,” Dr. Gray explained. 

    #7

    Mommy I’m Scared Of Socialism

    Twitter users exchanging epic burns about socialism and capitalism, showcasing witty insults that turned into art.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You missed the included healthcare..

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    #8

    Oh, You're An Artist? What Medium?

    Two users exchange epic burns about art and food, turning insults into witty expressions and creative mashups.

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    Luke || Kira (he/she)
    Community Member
    16 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm grateful for one thing AI art has done for me. Seeing it everywhere pissed me off so much I started doing actual digital art out of spite.

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    #9

    Whats The Diffrence Between Women And Transwomen?

    Screenshot of a social media exchange displaying epic burns and witty insults turning words into art in 2025.

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    Playful jabs are also a way to deflate egos. According to Dr. Gray, these banters are also a way of reminding someone of their flaws, which keeps them grounded. This may be especially true when dealing with someone who appears arrogant. 

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    As Dr. Gray explained, everyone has their moments of arrogance, and light teasing can help bring that person back to reality.

    #10

    Roast By Mom

    Twitter exchange showing epic burns in 2025, turning witty insults into art with clever book titles and replies.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    23 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    BP censored the authors name? edit; on the book to the right.

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    #11

    What Is The Obsession With Us Needing Them?

    Screenshot of a social media exchange featuring epic burns of 2025 turning insults into art.

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In a survival situation what can men do that women cannot? I'd say both are in trouble unless survival skills have been learnt. And specific genitals are not required to learn such skills.

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    #12

    Made In USA

    Screenshot of a tweet exchange showing one user calling out others on unfair wages, a notable epic burn of 2025.

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    TotallyNOTAFox
    Community Member
    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "We can't have minimum wage since that would make the food expensive! Also you have to tip at least 30% because the waiting stuff NEEDS that money to survive..."

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    Studies have also shown that roasting a romantic partner may be healthy for the relationship. It primarily argues that humor is integral to strengthening connections. According to the findings, women reported more satisfaction in their relationships when their partners could make fun of themselves. 

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    "Earlier studies have shown that people are looking for a partner with a sense of humour and who enjoys a laugh," said psychology professor René Proyer, who was one of the researchers.

    #15

    Rednote User Asking The Real Question

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet someone said "its not free if you pay tax", and at the same time payed their insurance fee.

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    However, the researchers also offered a caveat: crossing that thin line between playful roasting and ridicule – especially when doing so to others – can strain relationships. 

    "These three characteristics are personality traits that can occur at the same time, to varying degrees and in different combinations,” Proyer explained. “They can range, for example, from making harmless jokes to ridiculing others. All of these characteristics are normal, up to a certain point.”

    #16

    Dodging Kids Like Bullets

    Car dashboard screen covered in plastic, a funny epic burn turning a dad's habit into art and humor in 2025.

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    UnclePanda
    Community Member
    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I leave them on until they're dirty. Then, voila! Clean screen!

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    #17

    “There Has Never Been Another Nation That Has Existed Much Beyond 250 Years”

    Social media post featuring epic burns of 2025 with clever insults turning comments into artful comebacks.

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    Multa Nocte
    Community Member
    Premium
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know. The castle (chateau) in our town was constructed in 1137 and then rebuilt in 1308.

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    #18

    They Would Whistle

    Birthday candle shaped like zero displayed on store shelf with a witty insult below, showcasing epic burns of 2025.

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    Zig Zag Wanderer
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That indrawn breath between the teeth.... "It's gonna be difficult. We can't get the parts....."

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    #19

    "Break Your Ankle" Is Crazy

    Man wearing extremely tight jeans standing outdoors with thousands of comments, showcasing epic burns in 2025.

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    #20

    Shots Have Been Fired

    Screenshot of a social media comment showing an epic burn, one of the best insults from 2025.

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    Corwin 02
    Community Member
    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The problem with the education system and the shootings is that apparently nobody learns from past mistakes

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    #21

    That's One Way Of Putting It

    Social media post showing an epic burn comment about handicap spots at a church, part of epic burns 2025.

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    Earonn -
    Community Member
    20 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, fair question. Isn't their god all-loving and good? Would such a god not heal a handicapped person so they can take part in mass?

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    #22

    Dude, Do You Even Hear Yourself?

    Text post about finding a girlfriend who agrees with everything said, featured among epic burns of 2025.

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who wants a woman with an independent mind? Let's just find domestic and reproductive slaves to satisfy our needs. If men want an intellectual conversation we can always get paralytically drunk down the local and tell each other how we would manage the sports team we like.

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    #23

    Just Cant Escape Them Can We

    Screenshot of a social media exchange showcasing epic burns of 2025 turning insults into witty comebacks and art.

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    E M
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    1 day ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The level of stupid/incel in this tweet is mind-boggling.

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    #24

    I Strive To Be This Creative

    A kitchen counter with a water bottle, hot sauce, pita bread, cream cheese, and an open tin of sardines - epic burns.

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    #25

    Me Hands Dirty, Me Strong

    Social media post showing epic burns with a close-up of a dirty hand and witty insult about hands cracks.

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    Zig Zag Wanderer
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My hands looked like this after changing a wheel today. For about 5 minutes, until I washed them. Try soap, perhaps? It might be too late, though....

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    #27

    A Colorful Fellow

    Reddit thread showing epic burns with insults turning into art, discussing unpopular celebrity attractiveness opinions.

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    #28

    Insult So Good, Even The Insulted Was Impressed

    Chat conversation showing an epic burn about organ donation, featuring witty and sharp insults turning words into art.

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    Multa Nocte
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    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎶 I wasn't born with enough middle fingers 🎶

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    #29

    I Would Do The Same

    YouTube comment on Disney Snow White movie, an epic burn of 2025 turning insults into art with 1.2 lakh likes.

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    TotallyNOTAFox
    Community Member
    1 day ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The YT channel "Chat Music" made 4 songs out of comments posted below the trailers - It's AI music, but it's very entertaining

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    #30

    Tried To Jump On The Bandwagon. Missed

    Social media exchange showcasing epic burns of 2025 turning insults into art with sharp and witty comebacks.

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    Luke || Kira (he/she)
    Community Member
    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look who suddenly yearns for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion...

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    #31

    A Pretty Unique Insult Found On The Match Thread For The Recent USA - Scotland Game

    Rugby players shaking hands after Scotland's 85-0 win over USA with a viral witty burn comment on defense spending.

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    #33

    These Times Are Hard On Everyone

    Plate of rice and pasta with mayonnaise and cheddar, paired with an epic burn comment turning insults into art.

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    BewilderedBanana
    Community Member
    15 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    aside from the overall travesty, i have never seen pasta served with a side of rice

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    #34

    Handwriting Reminiscent Of An Ecg Reading

    A chaotic handwritten page analyzed on Reddit, exemplifying epic burns that turned insults into art.

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    #35

    This Might Be A Crime Scene

    Twitter conversation showing epic burns of 2025, featuring witty and sarcastic insults turning comments into art.

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    Jack
    Community Member
    10 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a question your middle and high school science teachers would have been more than happy to explain to you.

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    #36

    Self Burn

    Young woman performing a complex stretch in a gym with viral social media comments showcasing epic burns of 2025.

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    Earonn -
    Community Member
    19 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is this doing here? That's a humorous reply. Making oneself the b**t of the joke on purpose isn't a self-burn. Or are your egos now so weak that you can't even joke about yourselves anymore?

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    #37

    The Worst Kind Of Beans

    Dog with a funny expression captured in a viral burn, showcasing epic burns that turned insults into art.

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    April Pickett
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your grandpa's dog looks miserable. Put him (and possibly Grandpa) on a diet and excercise routine.

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    #38

    Being Mad At Poor People In General Is So Funny. Like Are You A DC Villain?

    Screenshot of a social media post showcasing an epic burn comparing broke and rich people, highlighting 2025 insults.

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    #39

    On A Post Talking About Gaza

    Social media comments showcasing epic burns of 2025 with witty insults turning conversations into art.

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    Lady Eowyn
    Community Member
    12 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm American. I'm not just worried, I'm scared. I've never been to McDonalds. Don't lump the rest of us in with the MAGAnuts.

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    #40

    That Is Why We Trade

    Tweet exchange showing an epic burn from 2025 where a user contradicts Tesla's claim about American-made cars.

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    #41

    Why Are They All Shaped Like Squeezed Tube Of Toothpaste

    Three men posing indoors with hats and a mounted deer skull behind them, showcasing epic burns and insults.

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    April Pickett
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because they are all holding their stomachs in. I believe those are smiles of pain.

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    #42

    Facts Can Be Rare At Times

    Screenshot of a witty social media burn referencing Dan Bilzerian, showcasing epic burns that turned insults into art.

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    oktopus
    Community Member
    16 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In case you, like me, were wondering: "Daniel Brandon Bilzerian (born December 7, 1980) is an American influencer. He gained notability from about 2013 for his extravagant lifestyle and photos with scantily dressed female models on social media." (via Wikipedia).

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    #43

    Threads Has Hidden Gems Sometimes

    Screenshot of an online roast reply featuring epic burns, a main keyword for 2025 insults turned into art.

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    #44

    This Made Me Laugh

    Young man with styled hair and a smirk, pictured outdoors with green apples, reflecting epic burns in 2025.

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

    He certainly is good as the monster in Frankenstein

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    #45

    Victorian Newspaper Boy?

    Person wearing a black cap and jacket with text about losing personality at work, illustrating epic burns insults in 2025.

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    tw 72
    Community Member
    11 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some companies are unethical but most are just looking for workers. When I was a hiring manager, I was surprised how many applicants didn't understand that companies hire people to do a job, fit into the corporate structure, and follow the rules. Love it or hate it - but that's what it's all about. So many of them came in to the interview with the attitude of "what can this company do to make ME happy?"

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    #46

    Just A Catfish Getting Cooked

    Facebook post showing a twisted humor burn where a request for a hug is met with a brutally honest comeback.

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    April Pickett
    Community Member
    23 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have to find your own worth. Get a therapist and go, that's the first step in getting your confidence/self esteem up so that you can do more.

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    #48

    They Could Be On To Something

    Twitter post showing a witty burn about using air freshener as deodorant, an example of epic burns 2025.

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    Rafael
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If anyone is interested, baking soda is also a good deodorant, for arms and also socks

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    #49

    Bowling For Soup

    Twitter exchange showcasing epic burns of 2025, turning sharp insults into clever and creative online art.

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    #50

    What The Font? This Is From Threads, Where The Person Was Upset That Their Card Sent To Ryan Seacrest’s Radio Station Was Returned To Sender As Undeliverable

    Handwritten return to sender envelope with a witty comment, showcasing epic burns and creative insults in 2025.

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    #51

    Well Damn Ref Do Something

    Young woman with red hair sharing a story with epic burns of 2025, turning insults into creative expressions.

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    Grumpy old man
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    13 hours ago

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    Being a virgin in this day and age is a blessing. All the alphabois need to dieoff

    #52

    Welp, He Deserved It

    Screenshot of a witty online burn turning an insult into art with clever wordplay in 2025 social media comments.

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    Doug Moyer
    Community Member
    12 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I definitely read that reply in a Singaporean accent...

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    #53

    You Move Like You’ve Borrowed Someone’s Arms

    Person holding a bag of bacon slices with text overlay about hating weekends, illustrating epic burns in 2025.

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    #54

    It Took Me A Second To Get It

    Screenshot of a witty social media burn with strawberries covered in sugar, showcasing epic burns of 2025.

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    #55

    Reaction To The Shane Gillis SNL Monologue

    Comedian performing on stage delivering epic burns of 2025 with sharp insults turning humor into art.

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    #57

    Nothing Like Getting Your Fashion Compared To That Of A Poison-Type Pokémon Trainer

    Man in black and red outfit taking a mirror selfie with chain accessories, paired with an epic burn comment on Reddit.

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    #58

    But What's Tarantino Without Feet?

    Young man with text misunderstanding fun guy meaning, example of epic burns turning insults into art in comments.

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Community Member
    23 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why was the mushroom invited to the party? Because he was a fun guy.

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    #59

    Nike Ad People

    Two people posing indoors with a social media post showing epic burns and witty insults trending in 2025 comments.

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Community Member
    22 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is a couple of shades of tan away from offending him.

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    #60

    Accurate And Straight To The Point

    Screenshot of a social media post where a user responds with an epic burn, showcasing insults turned into art in 2025.

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

    Honestly he looks young and healthy and probably has a good sense of humor if he's asking this!

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    #61

    Hytale Is Very Inclusive

    Twitter conversation showing a humorous burn with a gaming screenshot, highlighting epic burns of 2025 that turned insults into art.

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