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Perspective is a wonderful thing. Sometimes you can only truly appreciate something by making all the random thing comparisons with slightly altered parameters, for example of location, age, or time.

These cool photos, compiled by the helpful folk here at Bored Panda, gives the wonderful gift of perspective by doing precisely that. Side-By-Side comparisons of everything from astonishing pictures of before and after in the autumn time to technological advances in street lighting and size comparisons of unexpected things make for a fascinatingly fresh look at things you may have taken for granted. Scroll down below to check these interesting things out for yourself, and gain a newfound appreciation for the changes (or lack thereof) in our everyday lives!

#1

I Did A Half Face Comparison Of Myself And My Daughter Today, It's Kind Of Freaky

I Did A Half Face Comparison Of Myself And My Daughter Today, It's Kind Of Freaky

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    First Day Of Primary School Vs. Last Day Of Teacher Training

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    #3

    Last Week Vs. This Week

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    #4

    4 Paintings Of The Same Sunflower By Each Of My 4 Children, All Painted At The Same Age Of 5

    4 Paintings Of The Same Sunflower By Each Of My 4 Children, All Painted At The Same Age Of 5

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    Smackiex
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is adorable... They all have their own technique. :)

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    #5

    On The Way To The Lake Vs. On The Way Home From The Lake

    On The Way To The Lake Vs. On The Way Home From The Lake

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    #6

    The Arctic 103 Years Ago Compared To Today

    The Arctic 103 Years Ago Compared To Today

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    Hans
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Gloval warming is just an invention"...

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    #7

    Mums Vs. Dads

    Mums Vs. Dads

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    #8

    When I Was Looking Through My Photos, I Realized I Unknowingly Took Two Pictures Of The Same Bull, 5 Years Apart, At A Ranch I Visit In Texas

    When I Was Looking Through My Photos, I Realized I Unknowingly Took Two Pictures Of The Same Bull, 5 Years Apart, At A Ranch I Visit In Texas

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    Mark
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bull says "oh it's you again is it"

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    #10

    Beginning Of Nap Vs. Full Sleep Mode

    Beginning Of Nap Vs. Full Sleep Mode

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    Dilly Millandry
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a great sleep! Hope he remembered to take his glasses off - horrible waking up with them digging into your face.

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    #11

    Liquor Store Parking Lot Vs. Laser Eye Surgery Parking Lot

    Liquor Store Parking Lot Vs. Laser Eye Surgery Parking Lot

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    #12

    Caught Someone Else’s Camera Flash When Taking This Photo Of Snow Falling At Ginzan Onsen

    Caught Someone Else’s Camera Flash When Taking This Photo Of Snow Falling At Ginzan Onsen

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    #13

    A Candle Burning On Earth Compared To A Candle Burning In Microgravity On The International Space Station

    A Candle Burning On Earth Compared To A Candle Burning In Microgravity On The International Space Station

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    #14

    The Ceiling Tiles In The Da Nang Airport Smoking Section Vs. Non-Smoking Section

    The Ceiling Tiles In The Da Nang Airport Smoking Section Vs. Non-Smoking Section

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    boredhuman
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As well for your lungs. Quit like 5 years ago. One of the best decisions in my life.

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    #15

    Modern Tomato Vs. One Grown From 150-Year-Old Seeds

    Modern Tomato Vs. One Grown From 150-Year-Old Seeds

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    Chris Mugea
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What? I grew up with tomatoes like the one on the right... Had them in our garden, year after year. Perks of being European I guess.

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    #16

    98% Wolf Vs. 40% Wolf

    98% Wolf Vs. 40% Wolf

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    #17

    Side By Side Comparison Of The Papal Thrones For Benedict XVI And Francis

    Side By Side Comparison Of The Papal Thrones For Benedict XVI And Francis

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    Deanna Metts
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right on, Pope Francis! After checking out the biopic on his background on netflx, I have alot of admiration for the man. He had lived quite a story before becoming pope

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    #18

    The Same Street, 71 Years Apart

    The Same Street, 71 Years Apart

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    Rue Granger
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This makes me sad and happy at the same time...

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    #19

    Bus For Comparison

    Bus For Comparison

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    Daria B
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who left their Micromachines lying around the road?

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    #20

    What Humans See Compared To What Birds See

    What Humans See Compared To What Birds See

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    #21

    The Price Of 12 Pieces Of Chalk At Target Vs My College Bookstore

    The Price Of 12 Pieces Of Chalk At Target Vs My College Bookstore

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    #22

    Nova Scotia Tides From The Same Deck 12 Hours Apart

    Nova Scotia Tides From The Same Deck 12 Hours Apart

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    Hans
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For those interested: google Bay of Fundy. The tidal hub can be up to 17 metres (some 55 feet). This is impressive.

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    #23

    My Dad And I Are A Great Reminder That Genetics Aren’t An Exact Science

    My Dad And I Are A Great Reminder That Genetics Aren’t An Exact Science

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    Isog Sargent
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Might wanna have a talk with your mom.

    Ute Kowert
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    no, his face really looks like his fathers

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    Gerry Higgins
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Genetics is an exact science. Making babies is not an exact science. You never know know what you'll get when you randomly mix a man and woman's dna together.

    LSR
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it is time for you to have a SERIOUS conversation with your mom. Seriously.

    Ian Carter
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    somebody clearly does not understand genetics, you are not an exact copy of one or even both parents, you have elements of many generations.

    Dian Ella Lillie
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like many others I wondered in passing if he was the biological father, but the congruence of a number of facial features means that he very likely is. The height disparity is not entirely inexplicable - there could be recessive genes involved that were modified by the mother's contribution, and there may be dietary/faminedisease issues in the father's childhood (or, through epigenetics, in the grandparents' life histories) that have dictated the father's height. Genetics and inheritace are wonderful things...

    elfin
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wasn't there a Mom involved?

    Grumble O'Pug
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, actually, your height difference shows that there is a lot of ways they can be expressed. Wow, what a silly thing to say!

    R.s. Potter
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Prenatal and early childhood nutrition possibly explains some of it.

    Tiu Tau Tilhi
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hm, I wonder why hasn't anyone pointed out how similar their mouths, especially lower lip and its shadow, and even eye areas are? But especially that mouth area altogether is very similar in both. And who knows, either one of them could have a syndrome affecting his height, for example. But well, to see some positive in this: I do see some similarities.

    Lexi Luthor
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Either his mom is really tall.. or he could have growth hormone prob, maybe Marfan's syndrome? Who knows.

    Claire Armstrong
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sure I'll be criticised but please believe I mean no offence, it's just my sense of humour and also because I just read the article about this as well - but I wouldn't be trying those ancestry DNA kits if I was them! I'm sorry, I just couldn't help myself lol

    Alvaro Fuentes
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone's hiding a body in the closet

    Microwaved Robot
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonder how tall Mom or Mom's Father is?

    Lorena Polo
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    his son is taller and bigger than him

    okpkpkp
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a feeling that as you age you'll shrink and lose your hair. Just a guess.

    Sandra Mason
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll bet they don't trade clothes.

    Elaine Brixhoff
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Great Spirit has a sense of humor.

    Elaine Brixhoff
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun with genetics. The Great Spirit has a sense of humor.

    Flowergirl Power
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG you from the land of the giants too ?

    Clinton Yew
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It can be a genetic inherit from one of the ancestor?

    d bradley
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the genetics mix from your dad might be better explained by your mother's center position on the afore mentioned woman's basketball team

    Furinji Hayato
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Your mom." That should about explain it. XD

    Michael Steele
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You probably take after your mom, who must be Norwegian.

    Pinky Pop
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    6 years ago

    Good Grief

    Lisa Shelton
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like the male version of the basketball/cheerleader picture above.

    Kerry Ericksson
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Must take after his mother all the way...

    Pretty Pangolin
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just noticed, besides the difference in height, dad has male pattern baldness and son doesn't (yet).

    Mya Lugar
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jeez! That's spectacular! And Lios, LIGHTEN UP! Give your pucker a rest!

    Coco
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sorry but genetics ARE quite exact, indeed. ;)

    ThatJeremyKid
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they must have had a really TALL mailman

    jknbt jknbt
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    get a picture of the tall postman who was good friends with your mom

    Dragos Valentin Radulescu
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why the thumbsdown on everybody saying thats not his dad? How do you know he is and the wife didnt have an affair? This happens more than you would think. There were cases of a man that had 9 kids, from which none were his. Yes, it is very likely he isnt his biological father.

    Nia Loves Art
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is more likely that it is just recessive genes. There is something distasteful about speculating about infidelity in a family we know nothing about without evidence.

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    Patrick Shore
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    6 years ago

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    the milkman did it

    H.N.
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    6 years ago

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    I suppose his mother hides something)

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    #24

    Women Basketball Players Vs. Cheerleaders

    Women Basketball Players Vs. Cheerleaders

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    Hans
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like a "Honey, we shrunk" movie...

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    #25

    Elephants Foot Compared To Humans Foot

    Elephants Foot Compared To Humans Foot

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    Bumble
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like there are humans inside elephants making them move.

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    #26

    The Difference Between 31 And 21

    The Difference Between 31 And 21

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    Ian Carter
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    21 drunk in a toilet,31 looking fabulous taking a selfy,41 at home with a cup of team and the cat or is that just me?

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    #27

    Easy To Forget How Big NBA Players Are - The Rock Is 6'5, 265 Pounds

    Easy To Forget How Big NBA Players Are - The Rock Is 6'5, 265 Pounds

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    Týna Ef
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For those who don't know inches and pounds it is 195 cm and 120 kg ;)

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    #28

    Led Street Lamp Vs. Traditional Street Lamp

    Led Street Lamp Vs. Traditional Street Lamp

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    Hans
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    White light is not a good idea, though. There are modern LED street lights that are bright enough for driving as they give a sharp view but do not bother wildlife so much.

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    #29

    Michigan. The View At 9am Vs. 11am

    Michigan. The View At 9am Vs. 11am

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    #30

    Life In Utah. Yesterday Vs. Today

    Life In Utah. Yesterday Vs. Today

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    #31

    No Flash Vs. Flash

    No Flash Vs. Flash

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    Alusair Alustriel
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg I had to look twice to see the actual difference haha :D

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    #32

    Girls' Life Vs. Boys' Life

    Girls' Life Vs. Boys' Life

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    Bumble
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup...this is no surprise. "Girls, make sure your hair, face and clothes are perfect. Boys, you can do and be anything you want."

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    #33

    Two Very Different Valentine's Day Nights, 12 Piece Of Fried Chicken & Whiskey Versus 12 Pink Tulips & Cupcakes

    Two Very Different Valentine's Day Nights, 12 Piece Of Fried Chicken & Whiskey Versus 12 Pink Tulips & Cupcakes

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    Kjorn
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    remember one night i was out to buy suppository for my kids when i saw two girl buying condom…. looking condon on on part of the counter and suppository on my part couldn't not realise that i wasn't about to get the same night as them

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    #34

    Comparison Of T. Rex And Emu Feet

    Comparison Of T. Rex And Emu Feet

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    Louise Stange-Wahl
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you have any doubt that birds aren't related to dinos, just spend some time watching turkeys---the bronze kind, not the genetically engineered white ones. My pet turkeys come running when I call, and when they run to me they look like raptors from JURASSIC PARK !

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    #35

    Size Comparison: Titanic Vs. Modern Ship

    Size Comparison: Titanic Vs. Modern Ship

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    Chaz83
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is cool but Titanic was an ocean liner, not a cruise ship

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    #36

    Michelin's Biggest Tire Vs. Their Smallest Tire

    Michelin's Biggest Tire Vs. Their Smallest Tire

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    #37

    The Difference Between A Small Vs. Medium Orange Juice At Mcdonald's

    The Difference Between A Small Vs. Medium Orange Juice At Mcdonald's

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    Jorge Guberte
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that doesn't seem right at all, the glass on the right is filled above the plastic cup, it would never hold all that liquid, obviously

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    #38

    Russia And Bangladesh’s Sizes Compared To Their Population

    Russia And Bangladesh’s Sizes Compared To Their Population

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    Daria B
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bangladesh is still huge! (Greetings from a Croatian born in Slovenia ♥)

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    #39

    Tiny Reporter Comparing Hands With NBA Player

    Tiny Reporter Comparing Hands With NBA Player

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    boredhuman
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "It's not small, you just have big hands..."

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    #40

    Crazy Weather In Lumberton: 3rd Of September Vs. 8th Of December

    Crazy Weather In Lumberton: 3rd Of September Vs. 8th Of December

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    Kaisu Rei
    Community Member
    6 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As someone who lives in a place that never has floods, this seems insane to me!

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    #41

    Data Comparison 1995 138.24 MB Vs 2018 128 GB

    Data Comparison 1995 138.24 MB Vs 2018 128 GB

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    Kjorn
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    remember when we had to install games… insert disk 9 of 21... insert disk 10 of 21... and when you are at 20 of 21... error!!!!!!

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    #42

    Paying $10 Vs. Paying $25 For Headshots

    Paying $10 Vs. Paying $25 For Headshots

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    #43

    Polar Bear Paw Compared To Human Hands

    Polar Bear Paw Compared To Human Hands

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    #44

    Seinnheiser Vs. Beats Headphones After Being Subjected To Comparable Activities And Length Of Use

    Seinnheiser Vs. Beats Headphones After Being Subjected To Comparable Activities And Length Of Use

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    Elizabeth
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet the Seinnheiser gave better sound the entire time too

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    #45

    My Friend's First Day Of Freshman Year Vs. Last

    My Friend's First Day Of Freshman Year Vs. Last

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    #46

    The Difference That Two Days Can Make In Minnesota

    The Difference That Two Days Can Make In Minnesota

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    Amanda Ford
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The difference an hour can make anywhere in the snow belt.

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    #47

    First Three Game Of Thrones Books Vs. Same Books In Braille

    First Three Game Of Thrones Books Vs. Same Books In Braille

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    Kristy P
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can you imagine what a bookcase worth would look like?? If I were blind, I'd probably donate them after I was done rather than keeping the collection I have now!

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    #48

    Obama's First State Of The Union Compared To His Last, Without The Skin Smoothing On His First Picture Or A Mid-Blink Picture On His Last To Make Him Look More Tired Older Than He Really Is

    Obama's First State Of The Union Compared To His Last, Without The Skin Smoothing On His First Picture Or A Mid-Blink Picture On His Last To Make Him Look More Tired Older Than He Really Is

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    Grumble O'Pug
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He took a lot of s**t from people and still remains a class act. We miss you!

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    #49

    Berlin Vs. Berlin

    Berlin Vs. Berlin

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    Hans
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The above slogan reads "Soldiers are murderers" and this is an occupied house.

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    #50

    The Difference In Lighting Between My Sister’s Room Vs. My Room At The Exact Same Time Of Day

    The Difference In Lighting Between My Sister’s Room Vs. My Room At The Exact Same Time Of Day

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    Adam Quinney
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the room on the left has a light on inside though, you can tell by the shadow of the ceiling light. Either that or it has a second window.

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