There's an old saying that tells us, "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth." Its exact origin is unknown, but an early version of the phrase appeared in print in English in 1546.
The words refer to the art of determining the age of horses by inspecting their mouth, which, even though it's a tricky task, can be done to a considerable degree of accuracy.
So it's a poetic way of reminding us to be grateful for our presents. But the subreddit 'Choosing Beggars' can also illustrate this basic act of human decency. And it does that by showcasing everyone who can't — or, for some reason, won't — express gratitude.
So join us as we explore the depths of this online community in search of entitled people complaining about free stuff. Believe me, simply witnessing their ridiculous behavior should be enough to once and for all remember the importance of a plain "thank you." Even if we don't mean it, at least it helps us to avoid looking like entitled brats.
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Choosing Beggars Are Expecting More From Free Movie Showings
I Was Giving Away A Free Dishwasher On Craigslist And Caught One In The Wild!
Yes Gary. I Will Pay You $25 To Pick Up An Item I’m Giving You That You Want For Free
It's Free Pool
Free Food And Supplies For Students And Families? That’s Not Good Enough For These Two
Restaurant Gives Out Free Candy Canes, People Are Mad They Aren’t Organic
I saw a similar thing when we had a promotion at our store and gave away free cups of vanilla bean ice cream from a local place. The number of parents who complained because we didn't have chocolate/strawberry/bubblegum/whatever flavor their wittle precious wanted was higher than the number of parents/customers who said "Ooh, high quality free ice cream? Thank you!" That's before we got to the ones complaining that they/their kids are lactose intolerant and we should have something for them, too, because it wasn't fair. That was the last community promotion we had, because people are selfish jerks.
I'm Practising Web Development So I Was Offering To Make Websites For Free. This Dude Didn't Thank Me But Atleast Gave Me A Good Laugh
"you uou are dead ----- just wait and wach" Lol I can imagine them typing it in a rage
Woman Freaks Out Over Being Offered A Free Android Phone
Woman Begs For Free Baby Clothes Because She "Can't Afford" To Dress Her Child. Turns Down Multiple People Because They're Offering Boys Clothes Instead Of Girls
Your negative energy will take away from the effects of the essential oils I’m giving them!
This Lady Demands The Neutering Of Two Free Puppies, Then Freaks Out And Claims That The Poster Doesn’t Know Anything About “Dog Breads”
When Free Just Isn't Enough
Choosing Beggar Angry About Being Kicked Out Of Cafe With Free WiFi For Bringing In Food From A Different Restaurant
Asking For A Free Mobile Phone, And Then Rejecting An Offer
The nerve! If it actually helped you, you would accept the iPhone 5 gratefully!
Giving Your Church A One Star Review For Giving You A Free Turkey
You know what REALLY ruins Thanksgiving? Not having any volunteers providing anything, you selfish skidmark.
My Mom Has A Little Free Library In Her Yard. Someone Left Her This Note The Other Day With A Crossed Out Smiley Face
I Was Giving Away A Free Sofa And Had This Funny Encounter
My Friend Recently Graduated University As An Aesthetician And Was Giving Away Free Makeup Products. Cb Wanted A Better Brand And For Her To Deliver, Then Got Mad When She Wouldn't Do Either
Schools Closed For 2 Weeks, Local Pizza Shop Offers Free Food For Kids
How Dare They Uphold Company Policies And Not Give Me Free Stuff?! They Will Destroy This Business!
This is a health violation. I'm so glad the staff stuck to the regulations and didn't give this entitled a*****e a new sandwich.
Some Kind Soul Was Giving Away Free Food And This Jerk Decided It Was Not Good Enough
Anon Doesn’t Want To Drive A Free Bmw Or Tesla To His Wedding
Always result to sexist name calling when other people don't go out of their way to give you free stuff! /s
Reverse Choosing Beggar: Offers Free Readings & Then Goes Off When Asked
"I'm telling my dad to rape you" is the shitty top of this s**t. Wtf is from with this person?!
A Hamster Cage, That's Free....just Wow
This Guy Wanted Me To Drive 3 Hours To Give Him A Free Game
Starting Early This Year With Those People Who Want Free Plants And Are Also Completely Insane
Youtuber Spends Over 300 Hours In A Map And People Harassed Him Into Giving It For Free
Super disrespectful. I'm sure he worked hard on it, it's not like he was asking for a lot of money anyway
Popular Supermarket Creates A Scheme That Will Help Children From Deprived Backgrounds Learn To Cook A Meal They'll Enjoy, For Free. Apparently That's Not Good Enough For Some People?
Why not donate healthy food yourself? At least they tried to actually make a difference
It's Free, John
Entitled Girl Asks For Free Food, Decides She Needs Delivery As Well
No More Free Lunch? Let's Boycott
Both sides (Police and employees) are acting entitled... and ridiculous. Poor owners.
Wanting A Free TV Delivered
Cb Asks My So To Take Apart A Futon, Strap It To The Top Of Her Car, And Deliver It. For Free
I think I understand why they don't have any friends to help them.
Your Free Wood Is Too Big!
Sometime ago we at home had wood leftover from building but good to go in the furnace. My husband offered it to a friend for free and he was happy about if. After he didn't pick it up for about a week, my busband asked why and he wanted us to deliver it to him. My busband's response was Do you want me to make a fire for you too? That wood went to someone else after that
You're Not Giving Away Enough Free Stuff
Free Government Funded Food Package Isn’t Up To Their Standard
These parcels were sent out to families of kids on free school meals (and others such as disabled folk) at the beginning of lock down. It was supposed to be 2 weeks worth of lunches, and cost the taxpayer £30 each. There was less than £5 of usually poor quality food, the surplus being pocketed by the private company our corrupt Tory govt appointed to do this. It would have been cheaper and way more effective to give struggling people the money direct. No, this wasn't a rejected act of kindness and charity, it was a scam.
Please Drive Over An Hour To Deliver This Free Thing To Me So I Don’t Have To Buy It For $10
I live in the DC area..driving that far on the beltway, you'd have to definitely pay me way more than the cost of the item to deliver
Huh.. Guess Not Giving Away Free Books Makes Me A Prick
I Want A Free Flight On My Schedule. Make It Happen
Free Is Not Enough To Help Those In Need
I Guess Free Games In Times Lots Of People Don't Even Have Jobs Is Not Enough
Giving Away With Free Delivery
Mario Kart On iOS/Android Has Come Out Today For Free And This Is One Of The Reviews
Sounds like Dad might not be the right person to explain the value of patience, gratitude and managing expectations.
My Local Chick Fil A Is Giving Out Free Sandwiches For A Week...
Surprised that there wasn't a military spouse in there. I swear, my years in retail were riddled with navy wives demanding discounts on things because "We serve, too!" Good for you, lady, but our store doesn't offer military discounts to actual military members, much less the ones they bone.
Getting Upset That The Free Game You're Offered Isn't The Free Game You Wanted
Starbucks Is Offering Free Coffee To Veterans And Active Duty Military Members And Their Spouses. I Can’t Tell If The Girlfriend Comment Or The Person Asking For More Variety Is Worse
Oh, god, there they are. I grew up in a military town. Military spouses are the worst.
“I Don’t Want These 10 Games For Absolutely Free! They’re Recycled!”
Dude... I Was Offering Free Chairs That I Put Behind The Dumpsters. This Dudes Amazed Me
Why can't Bored Panda ever provide these lists without a million duplicate posts. I don't have time to just scroll through these duplicates. If you are going to give free content out, you could at least have the decency to make sure you are not wasting out time on duplicates. Do better. Just joking, of course. Thanks to all the contributors here who give me a little much needed distraction on the daily.
It was really hard to get through some of these. Just wanted to reach through the phone and flick these people in the forehead and hope it triggers some lightbulbs to turn on.
I actually want to post something for free now JUST so I can laugh at the entitled requests I get!
Load More Replies...I thought most of these were funny, but a few actually got me upset. People, please protect yourselves, and as soon as someone becomes unreasonable, block their number. Don't give your physical address until they are actually on the way. If at all possible, meet them at a nearby gas station or fast food place.
Or a police station! Many police departments in the U.S. have offered to be meeting places for this purpose, and some even have designated parking spots just for this purpose with camera coverage. And yes, I would definitely block the CB after the first nasty reply.
Load More Replies...Why can't Bored Panda ever provide these lists without a million duplicate posts. I don't have time to just scroll through these duplicates. If you are going to give free content out, you could at least have the decency to make sure you are not wasting out time on duplicates. Do better. Just joking, of course. Thanks to all the contributors here who give me a little much needed distraction on the daily.
It was really hard to get through some of these. Just wanted to reach through the phone and flick these people in the forehead and hope it triggers some lightbulbs to turn on.
I actually want to post something for free now JUST so I can laugh at the entitled requests I get!
Load More Replies...I thought most of these were funny, but a few actually got me upset. People, please protect yourselves, and as soon as someone becomes unreasonable, block their number. Don't give your physical address until they are actually on the way. If at all possible, meet them at a nearby gas station or fast food place.
Or a police station! Many police departments in the U.S. have offered to be meeting places for this purpose, and some even have designated parking spots just for this purpose with camera coverage. And yes, I would definitely block the CB after the first nasty reply.
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