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Sarcasm isn’t for everybody. Some may find it off-putting, even offensive, and that’s alright. But if you’re a fan of this brand of humor, the following memes and social media posts may resonate well with you. 

These images are from the I Speak Fluent Sarcasm Facebook page. You don’t need to dig deep to figure out what this online community is all about. But as you scroll through its contents, you’ll see how it brings entertainment to its 70,000 followers (and counting). 

Check out our top picks and don’t forget to upvote those that bring you hearty laughs today.

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    As with all emotions, sarcasm isn’t easily detectable through text. But according to a study by a research team from Northwestern University, it can be more difficult for people in powerful positions. 

    “Power leads individuals to anchor too heavily on their own vantage point, insufficiently adjusting to other individuals’ perspectives,” head researcher Adam Galinsky wrote in their paper.

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    Emojis are an integral part of today’s text communication, and the ones you use may differentiate sarcasm from straightforward responses. These were findings by University of Nottingham psychological scientists Dominic Thompson and Ruth Filik.  

    In their research, Thompson and Filik determined that tongue-out and wink emojis are often associated with sarcastic remarks. The pair also noted that these two emoticons “almost never appeared in any condition except for marking sarcasm.”

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    Text meme about driving and zoning out humorously expresses relatable, sarcastic thoughts on inattentive moments.

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    Lynda Loyacono
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I lived in Seattle, my first job was in Bellevue. One morning while driving to work, I was so in awe at the glorious mountains that I just focused on them for quite a while. When I finally snapped out of it, I realised that I had driven at least 15 minutes past my place of employment. I was literally about to drive all the way to the mountains. Man, that place is beautiful!!! Truly beautiful.

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    Since we’re on the topic of deciphering sarcasm, have you ever wondered how kids interpret such language? Psychology professor Dr. Penny Pexman provided some insights in an article for Frontiers For Young Minds. 

    Dr. Pexman noted that children don’t usually understand sarcasm until they are five to six years old, and may not find the humor in it until they are eight. By nine years of age, they are already beginning to tease other people sarcastically. 

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    People who have suffered from brain injuries may also find it challenging to understand sarcasm. However, it all depends on the brain region that was affected. 

    According to Dr. Pexman, damage to the brain’s left hemisphere often leads to less severe difficulties. However, damage to the right hemisphere tends to result in the complete loss of the ability to comprehend sarcastic remarks. 

    For added context, the brain’s right hemisphere is associated with spatial reasoning, emotional processing, and holistic thinking. Medical conditions like a stroke that affect this brain region may hinder the person from processing emotions and nonverbal cues.

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    We’ll flip the conversation to you, readers. Are you fluent in sarcasm and a fan of this kind of humor? Do you agree that it is a sign of intelligence and creativity? Share your thoughts in the comments!

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    Man in a grocery store, looking serious, captures humorous take on adulthood and sarcasm.

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    Geoffrey Scott
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's much worse than that, so MANY large stores do not have a consistent layout. "hmmm, this store has the pharmacy on the right end"..

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    #37

    Hand trying to open a locked door with funny sarcasm text about public bathroom anxiety.

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    Huddo's sister
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've never had this happen, thank goodness. In fact sometimes people queue up for a while when a door is closed, without realising it's not actually engaged, then they check with the rest of the line before gently pushing it. In my experience anyway.

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    Man facepalming with a cigarette, text about computer watching CAPTCHA struggle, funny sarcasm meme.

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    Tucker Cahooter
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And when a little bit of the light fixture is in the corner of one of the squares you ask yourself "Should I tick that or not?"

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    #51

    Chicken standing on a sign with a funny sarcastic message about being a freeloader at the grocery store.

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    Huddo's sister
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mum on the other hand has an old chook that is still laying despite it's age. It's outlasted at least two sets of younger chickens.

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    Tweet humorously mocking Microsoft Word's funny struggles with sarcasm.

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    Jerome Lenovo
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    edit a pdf with word ????????? whats next ? " this car is shiite, i can't change the tyre with my philips screwdriver" ?

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    Sepia image humorously depicting an Italian man's reaction to pineapple on pizza, showcasing fluent sarcasm.

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    cj be like
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i'm imagining the person with the pineapple slice is just very slowly lowering it onto the pizza to make the italian guy be in even more pain

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    Man at grill wearing red apron with text, highlighting his fluent sarcasm in burger cooking approach.

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    Myopic chahuahua
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I asked how you like them, not how I should cook them. I was just trying to get to know you better."

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    Dog with ponytail gazing serenely, accompanied by sarcastic text about requesting an IPA.

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    The Reap
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or, a medium latte. Half coconut milk, half 2%. 2.5 espresso shots, extra foam (but not a cappuccino) 1.5 raw sugars. Poured the milk (not the foam) stir, spoon the foam on top. Cinnamon on top.

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