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If you've ever known a Brit, you've probably been jealous of their sense of humor.

British humor is full of sarcasm, insults, self-deprecation, taboo subjects, puns, innuendo, and wit. And there's a Twitter account that perfectly captures all of it.

With 245K followers, No Context Brits is a fun online project that -- just like the Brits themselves -- mocks just about everything.

But it's not meant to shock or offend anyone. On the contrary. It offers laughter as a form of medicine for those moments when life knocks you down and tries to keep you down.

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    The creator of No Context Brits told Bored Panda they have run "a few successful Twitter accounts specializing in British humor and thought one that encapsulated a combination of all of them would go down well, especially considering the current mood of the country, which isn’t particularly great at the best of times."

    So far, the account has gained 245K followers in just under 2 months, attracting attention from countless well-known names and companies as well.

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

    If it works, it works. I think it's adorable and totally fits (the concept of pride).

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    The person running this operation describes the content on the account as "British humor at its best."

    "[It's] ironic, witty, sarcastic, and self-deprecating with lots of puns and innuendos thrown in for good measure," they said.

    "The ability to laugh at ourselves is what sets us apart from the rest of the world and this account celebrates that fact."

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    Ricky Gervais, the legendary English actor, comedian, director, producer, and writer, who is best known for co-creating the British television mockumentary sitcom The Office, says that Americans are more "down the line" than their friends across the ocean. "They don't hide their hopes and fears," Gervais wrote. "They applaud ambition and openly reward success."

    He believes Brits are more comfortable with life's losers. "We embrace the underdog until it's no longer the underdog. We like to bring authority down a peg or two. Just for the hell of it."

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    "Americans say, 'have a nice day' whether they mean it or not. Brits are terrified to say this. We tell ourselves it’s because we don’t want to sound insincere but I think it might be for the opposite reason. We don’t want to celebrate anything too soon. Failure and disappointment lurk around every corner. This is due to our upbringing. Americans are brought up to believe they can be the next president of the United States. Brits are told, "It won’t happen for you.'"

    And it's really visible on No Context Brits. If you pay attention, the account will show you the cultural background of an entire country through humor. And that's quite something.

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    Laura Mende (Human)
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought it was the other way around. English have a mowing fetish and Scots are wild and free. 😂😂😂

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    Steve Barnett
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is definitely 'Eddie Stobart'. This is photoshopped; the left side is poorly filled in. How can I tell? Because this is my level of photoshop competency.

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

    work from home means more sleep in the morning, who would complain but covid? :D

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    Jon S.
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Temporary" as in "we didn't need proper planning permission to install these"

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    Steve Barnett
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rode on a lot of buses. Bus drivers always acknowledge other bus drivers, even drivers of other municipal vehicles. When travelling a bus, I think how would I salute another bus driver. I would probably use a variety of hand salutes, probably depending on the individual I was saluting to. Obviously, certain hand salutes are inappropriate.

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    Airis Malfoy
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The longer i look at it, I feel like Jensen Ackles {Dean Winchester to be exact} was morphed into Dwayne Johnson......

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    Matt Perry
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Woah that took me way too long to realize none of them are even in the picture!

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    Hannah Edwards
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read this to my son on a car trip and he started crying because he was a bit tired.

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    N G
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Observed by a Brit I assume, because, unless I've seriously misunderstood Brexit, we dont use Euros

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    N G
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not in Britain. British attitude maybe, but the car registrations aren't UK plates, and I believe Paarl is in South Africa...?

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's how I straighten my hair. Well not exactly, my hubby does it, not Sharon Osbourne.

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

    Depending on how you read it, this might also be the aisle for pets that store your alcohol for you.

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    Gareth Graham
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    judging by he decor in the rest of the room, Greggs is exactly what they were looking for

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    Merty Robinson
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not the cough that will carry you off, but it is a coffin they'll carry you off in.

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    Kathryn Baylis
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember those days. Ramen can be your savior, my friend. Not all that healthy as a constant diet, but beats the hell out of starving.

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    Oskar vanZandt
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got a similar message on Linked in... think someone was trying to fill a daily quota for approaching new, potential clients.

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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would v rather pay for a ticket and them not check it, than not pay for a ticket and they fine you for not having one.

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    Karl Baxter
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She’s just using her kid as a table to roll a cig. They come in useful sometimes 🙂

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

    Is Aaron Farr supposed to sound like "I run far?" Because I am a bit confused with this one

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

    I honestly do NOT understand food contests. It's wrong on so many levels.

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

    All fun and games until people want to get stuff on tick.

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