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Humans argue about a lot of things, but if there’s one thing we’re consistent about, it’s this: we don’t like unnecessary effort. When something feels overcomplicated, we’ll often, whether we realize it or not, look for the easier way out.

That shared instinct often shows up as desire paths, the unofficial trails people create by repeatedly taking the most convenient shortcut. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to this phenomenon, and below you’ll find some of the latest posts from it. Funny how nothing gets us on the same page faster than a shared “nope.”

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#1

My Dog's Desire Path, Even 10 Years After He's Gone

Worn desire path cuts through grass and fence, showing human stubbornness in choosing the shortest route outdoors.

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    #2

    Desire Path Goat?

    Desire paths at Ohio State University showing how walkways were paved based on natural student routes across the lawn.

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    #3

    Do Non Human Desire Paths Count?

    Cat walking on a visible desire path across a mossy yard with cars and trees near suburban houses in the background.

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    Humans argue about a lot of things, but if there’s one thing we’re consistent about, it’s this: we don’t like unnecessary effort. When something feels overcomplicated, we’ll often, whether we realize it or not, look for the easier way out.

    That shared instinct often shows up as desire paths, the unofficial trails people create by repeatedly taking the most convenient shortcut. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to this phenomenon, and below you’ll find some of the latest posts from it. Funny how nothing gets us on the same page faster than a shared “nope.”

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    #4

    Viscardigasse Is A Street In Munich With A Path Paved In Bronze To Honor Those Who Took It To Avoid Having To Do The Salute

    Worn desire path cutting through cobblestone street in historic urban area, illustrating human stubbornness in city navigation.

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    #5

    This Person Turned A Desire Path To KFC Into California's Shortest Hiking Trail

    Green trail sign for Chicken Little Trail and a worn desire path cutting through a grassy field showing human stubbornness.

    Instagram user matterneuroscience spotted an urban desire path that led to a KFC in an urban area in North Auburn California.
    In an act of civic silliness, they named the 0.05 mile trail the Chicken Little Trail, put up an official-looking trail marker, and then informed Google Maps of its existence.

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    #6

    The People Yearn For A Sidewalk

    Worn desire path alongside road and trees, showing human stubbornness in creating shortcut walking trails.

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    Humans argue about a lot of things, but if there’s one thing we’re consistent about, it’s this: we don’t like unnecessary effort. When something feels overcomplicated, we’ll often, whether we realize it or not, look for the easier way out.

    That shared instinct often shows up as desire paths, the unofficial trails people create by repeatedly taking the most convenient shortcut. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to this phenomenon, and below you’ll find some of the latest posts from it. Funny how nothing gets us on the same page faster than a shared “nope.”

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    #7

    If Not Path, Then Why Path-Shaped?

    Desire path created by people ignoring a sign that says this is not a walkway, showing human stubbornness on a grass patch.

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    #8

    Wish I Could See What The View Is Like From Up There!

    A grassy hill with a paved staircase and a desire path worn diagonally, showing human stubbornness in nature.

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    #9

    View From My Office Building

    Aerial view of a city park showing multiple desire paths crossing the grassy area near tall buildings.

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    Humans argue about a lot of things, but if there’s one thing we’re consistent about, it’s this: we don’t like unnecessary effort. When something feels overcomplicated, we’ll often, whether we realize it or not, look for the easier way out.

    That shared instinct often shows up as desire paths, the unofficial trails people create by repeatedly taking the most convenient shortcut. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to this phenomenon, and below you’ll find some of the latest posts from it. Funny how nothing gets us on the same page faster than a shared “nope.”

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    #10

    People Said No To This Speed Bump

    Desire path running alongside a paved bike lane and urban street, illustrating human stubbornness in shortcut creation.

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    #11

    There's A Guy At The Park Who Does Tai Chi So Much He Left A Ring In The Ground

    Circular desire path around a tree in a park showing human stubbornness in nature's landscape.

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    #12

    Yeah That Wasn't Gonna Happen

    Curved concrete sidewalk weaving through landscaped bushes and trees, illustrating desire paths and human stubbornness.

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    Humans argue about a lot of things, but if there’s one thing we’re consistent about, it’s this: we don’t like unnecessary effort. When something feels overcomplicated, we’ll often, whether we realize it or not, look for the easier way out.

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    That shared instinct often shows up as desire paths, the unofficial trails people create by repeatedly taking the most convenient shortcut. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to this phenomenon, and below you’ll find some of the latest posts from it. Funny how nothing gets us on the same page faster than a shared “nope.”

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    #13

    Officially Recognized Now

    Dirt desire path shortcut next to official hiking trail sign near building and trimmed bushes on grass.

    Nice desired path on the UCF campus; after spring break, this sign popped up.

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    #14

    Desire Path Made Official

    Side-by-side images showing desire paths formed by people walking across grass instead of sidewalks near a PanVel store.

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    #15

    It Would Be Easier To Move The Crosswalk Instead

    Desire paths worn on grass beside no pedestrian crossing sign near a street and a black car parked by the curb.

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    Humans argue about a lot of things, but if there’s one thing we’re consistent about, it’s this: we don’t like unnecessary effort. When something feels overcomplicated, we’ll often, whether we realize it or not, look for the easier way out.

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    That shared instinct often shows up as desire paths, the unofficial trails people create by repeatedly taking the most convenient shortcut. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to this phenomenon, and below you’ll find some of the latest posts from it. Funny how nothing gets us on the same page faster than a shared “nope.”

    Click here & follow us for more lists, facts, and stories.

    #16

    Informally Called The "Kitty Highway", The Neighborhood Cat Trail Through Our Yard Was Near Invisible Until First Snowfall

    Snow-dusted desire path curving around a tree in a residential lawn, showing human stubbornness in nature.

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    #17

    The Amount Of Time Saved By This One Is Insane

    Dirt desire path cutting across grassy slope beside a paved road leading to an underpass on a sunny day.

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    #18

    Does A Path Created By Ants Count?

    Narrow desire path worn through grass beside a tree, showing human stubbornness in choosing a shortcut.

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    Humans argue about a lot of things, but if there’s one thing we’re consistent about, it’s this: we don’t like unnecessary effort. When something feels overcomplicated, we’ll often, whether we realize it or not, look for the easier way out.

    That shared instinct often shows up as desire paths, the unofficial trails people create by repeatedly taking the most convenient shortcut. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to this phenomenon, and below you’ll find some of the latest posts from it. Funny how nothing gets us on the same page faster than a shared “nope.”

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    #19

    It’s Beautiful

    Aerial view of a community with visible desire paths cutting across unpaved land between houses and green patches.

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    #20

    Very Pronounced Desire Path At My School

    Desire path cutting diagonally across grass between brick buildings on a college campus on a cloudy day.

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    #21

    A Desire Path So Desired That It's Recognized By Google

    Grass desire path cutting diagonally across lawn beside paved sidewalk under an overpass on a cloudy day.

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    Humans argue about a lot of things, but if there’s one thing we’re consistent about, it’s this: we don’t like unnecessary effort. When something feels overcomplicated, we’ll often, whether we realize it or not, look for the easier way out.

    That shared instinct often shows up as desire paths, the unofficial trails people create by repeatedly taking the most convenient shortcut. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to this phenomenon, and below you’ll find some of the latest posts from it. Funny how nothing gets us on the same page faster than a shared “nope.”

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    #22

    Desire Path Through The Hedge

    A desire path created beneath dense green bushes, showing human stubbornness in choosing a shortcut through nature.

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    #23

    Path Through The Great Wall Of China

    Dirt desire path cut through Great Wall of China by workers to shorten their morning commute under clear skies.

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    #24

    Who Would’ve Thought That People Have To Go To Zebra Crossings

    A paved path and a desire path cutting through grass, showing human stubbornness in an urban park setting.

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    Humans argue about a lot of things, but if there’s one thing we’re consistent about, it’s this: we don’t like unnecessary effort. When something feels overcomplicated, we’ll often, whether we realize it or not, look for the easier way out.

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    That shared instinct often shows up as desire paths, the unofficial trails people create by repeatedly taking the most convenient shortcut. There’s even an entire subreddit dedicated to this phenomenon, and below you’ll find some of the latest posts from it. Funny how nothing gets us on the same page faster than a shared “nope.”

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    #25

    People Walking On The Grass Because Of The Huge Uncomfortable "Gravel" Used

    Dirt desire path formed beside a gravel trail in a park and a hand holding a rough stone on a paved surface.

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    #26

    McDonald's Tried To Fight It But After A Few Years Went With It

    Desire path created by people cutting across grass directly to McDonald's entrance, showing human stubbornness in an urban setting.

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    #27

    Desire Path Around A Roundabout In My City

    Aerial view of a roundabout with visible desire paths cutting across grassy areas near pedestrian crossings.

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    #28

    Desirestaircase?

    Two desire paths cut through grassy slopes beside a road, showing human stubbornness in creating shortcuts.

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    #29

    Not Taking The Stairs

    A dirt desire path cutting across grass beside a paved walkway and stairs near modern buildings on a cloudy day.

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    #30

    The People Have Spoken

    A desire path cutting through rocks and trees next to a concrete sidewalk near a parking lot with cars.

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    #31

    I Don't Think People Are Listening

    Desire path worn through grass ignoring the curb labeled not a walkway, showing human stubbornness in outdoor setting.

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    #32

    The Stray Cats Have Walked A Little Path In Our Backyard

    Narrow desire path worn through grass along a wooden fence, showing human stubbornness in nature.

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    #33

    The Bikes Don't Want To Take The Long Way Around

    Aerial view of paved desire paths cutting through grassy areas, demonstrating human stubbornness in modifying walkways.

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    #34

    The Desire Was Strong

    Bent metal fence creating a desire path where people repeatedly cut through a grassy area beside a tree in an urban setting.

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    #35

    Desire Path Made Into A Real Path!

    Person walking on a wet stone desire path at night, showing human stubbornness in choosing a shortcut over the sidewalk.

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    #36

    Brussels University

    Desire path worn through grass beside sidewalk, blocked with tape and sign, showing human stubbornness in a park with tall trees.

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    #37

    Bike Desire Path In The Netherlands

    Desire path visible alongside concrete stairs on grassy slope in an urban area with tall buildings in background

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    #38

    Fun Sign At A School Trying To Abolish, Terminate, And End A Desire Path

    Desire path created by people ignoring new grass sign, showing human stubbornness on a dirt trail through green lawn.

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    #39

    Classic American No-Sidewalk Desire Path

    Desire path worn in grass parallel to road, showing human stubbornness in choosing natural walking routes over paved sidewalks.

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    #40

    Who Would Want To Walk 200m Extra

    A desire path formed through a hedge and grass in a parking lot area showing human stubbornness.

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    #41

    You Can't Stop Them

    Dirt desire path formed around a barrier on grass showing human stubbornness in an outdoor park setting.

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    #42

    Path Of Ice Shows Where People Used To Walk

    Melting snow creating a desire path across a green sports field, illustrating human stubbornness in nature.

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    #43

    Slovakia (Allegedly)

    Desire path cutting across a circular paved walkway in a residential courtyard showing human stubbornness.

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    #44

    Nobody Could Plan For This

    Desire path worn in grass cutting across green area toward a modern glass building beside a paved sidewalk.

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    #45

    Desire Paths Connecting A Suburban Neighborhood To The Strip Mall Next To It In The Mojave

    Aerial view of desire paths cutting through a grassy field next to residential and commercial areas, showing human stubbornness.

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    #46

    Why Should I Go Left, If I Need To Go Right?

    A paved walkway next to a railroad crossing with a clear desire path worn beside it showing human stubbornness.

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    #47

    My And The Other Cats From The House Made A Desirepath Over The Years

    Two narrow desire paths cut through frosty grass in a backyard, showing human stubbornness in natural walking routes.

    It‘s fascinating to see 7 cats adhere to their path.

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    #48

    Wow! 🤩 Does This Count? A Paved Desire Path In Tirana, Albania

    Curved desire path cutting through grass beside paved walkway in urban park on sunny autumn day.

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    #49

    Because Walking Above The Path Is More Fun

    Path divides a mossy wall with grass and a paved desire path showing human stubbornness to walk the shortest route.

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    #50

    We’ve Been Betrayed

    Desire path created by pedestrians cutting through grass around a fence in a public park with trees and people in the background

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    #51

    Not Sure How To Feel About This One

    Desire paths forming a split dirt trail around a gravestone in a green cemetery on a sunny day.

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    #52

    Best Thing To Prevent Desire Path

    Desire paths cutting across paved walkways in a park, showing human stubbornness in choosing direct routes.

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    #53

    Why Only One When You Can Have Four?

    Desire paths in a park showing natural shortcuts on grass alongside a paved walkway under a partly cloudy sky.

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    #54

    Could This Be The Smallest One Ever ???

    Desire path worn through grass beside paved sidewalk and a white concrete bollard on a sunny day.

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    #55

    Mushrooms Growing A Straight Line To The Sewer

    Grass with a visible desire path marked by a trail of white seashells on a sidewalk edge near a street with parked cars.

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    #56

    They Took Our Desire Path :(

    Desire path in a city park showing a shortcut created by pedestrians avoiding a wooden barrier on a grassy area.

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    #57

    They Think This Will Stop Us

    A worn desire path cutting across a grassy hill beside a wooden fence, showing human stubbornness in nature.

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    #58

    Absolute Unit In Prague

    Desire path cutting through grass in an urban park with modern and historic buildings under a cloudy sky.

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    #59

    Two Different Desire Paths By Squirrels And Rats. The Park Is Covered By Them. I Think It’s Neat

    Two desire paths in a park with light snow showing human stubbornness crossing natural and man-made obstacles.

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    #60

    My Trusty Desire Path Is Under Attack. How To Proceed?

    A fenced-off desire path created by pedestrians cutting through a grassy area near parked cars and residential buildings.

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    #61

    Desire Path Blocked With Impermeable Barrier

    Concrete structure blocking the path with a clear desire path worn in the grass beneath it showing human stubbornness.

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    #62

    Alternate Network

    Narrow desire path cutting through grass beside busy road and underpass at night, showing human stubbornness in urban area.

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    #63

    Humans: Invent Roads. Also Humans: Nah, I Forge My Own Destiny

    A desire path formed by pedestrians ignoring the paved path and a sign on a pole requesting use of the paved path.

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    #64

    Desire Stairs

    A narrow desire path formed through the grass and concrete blocks on a steep embankment in an urban area.

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    #65

    Desire Path In Dutch Is Elephant Path

    Desire path cutting through grass beside sidewalk, showing human stubbornness in urban neighborhood on sunny day.

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    #66

    I'm Pretty Sure The Homeowners Made This For Themselves

    A desire path cut through a neatly trimmed hedge beside a brick building, showing human stubbornness outdoors.

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    #67

    Does This Count? My Neighbours Cat Likes This Shortcut

    Worn desire path cutting through a patchy lawn in a garden near parked cars and dense greenery.

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    #68

    The Desire Path Is (Mostly) Official

    Aerial view of desire paths cutting across formal garden lawns, showing human stubbornness in natural walkway choices.

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    #69

    Golf Course Trying To Fight The Desire Path

    Person with a dog standing on a paved path next to a grass desire path blocked by ropes showing human stubbornness.

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    #70

    A Triple!

    A paved path with a desire path alongside it through grass in a residential area under a cloudy sky.

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    #71

    Oh No They Blocked It

    Worn desire path cutting diagonally across grass near an orange bench in an urban park setting.

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    #72

    Don't Know If It Counts As Desire Path, But It's Because A Weekly Fruit Stand

    Dirt desire paths cutting through grass around trees in a park, showing human stubbornness and natural walking routes.

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    #73

    The Cones Tried And Failed

    Desire path running alongside a paved walkway under a concrete overpass with trees and traffic cones nearby.

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    #74

    Coastal Desire Path

    Desire path worn in grass leading to stairs near a beachside building showing human stubbornness in path choice.

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    #75

    At The University I'm At They Decided To Fence Off A Path To Prevent People Going Up It

    A narrow desire path cutting through grass behind a wooden fence, showing human stubbornness in route choice.

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    #76

    Some People Would Do Anything To Avoid Stairs

    Two forest pathways with gravel stairs and clear desire paths showing human stubbornness in nature.

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    #77

    Shaving Those Valuable Seconds Off!

    A desire path cutting through grass beside a paved sidewalk showing human stubbornness in urban design.

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    #78

    I Used The Stairs, I Failed You All

    Desire path worn through snow-covered grass next to paved walkway near residential buildings on a foggy day.

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    #79

    The Most Unnecessary Desire Path

    Desire paths created by people walking around a large rock blocking a paved path in a natural outdoor setting.

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    #80

    Red Harvester Ants Have Created A Desire Path In My Turf

    A faint desire path worn through artificial grass with scattered dry leaves showing human movement patterns.

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    #81

    Wollongong, Australia

    A concrete path with a slow sign curves alongside a desire path worn through the grass in a park.

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    #82

    Little Delta Of Desirepath In Riga

    Two intersecting desire paths cut through grass beside a city sidewalk on a sunny day, showing human stubbornness in walking routes.

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    #83

    The More Pointless, The Better!

    Desire path cutting across grass near a paved walkway beside a fenced sports field on a cloudy day.

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    #84

    Steep But Short

    A desire path cutting diagonally across a grassy hill beside a paved road near residential houses.

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    #85

    Shortcut To The Trailhead

    A narrow desire path cutting through grass beside a paved walkway under a blue sky in a wooded area.

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    #86

    Snow Revealing My Greatest Desires

    Desire path cutting through a snowy park field, showing human stubbornness and natural shortcut in an urban green space.

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    #87

    Short-Cutting The School Way

    Desire path cutting across grass between sidewalks in a residential area showing human stubbornness in pathway choice.

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    #88

    Compacted Snow Takes Longer To Melt, Revealing Most Commons Paths Across Plaza

    Aerial view of a desire path cutting through a snowy paved area, showing human stubbornness in urban design.

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    #89

    Man Taking A Long Desire Path To Deliver Food In Dubai

    A desire path worn through grass in an urban park showing human stubbornness and natural walking route.

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    #90

    Cleveland State – The Snow Melts Slower On The Path

    Bird's-eye view of a snowy desire path cutting across a grassy courtyard between concrete walkways and buildings at sunset.

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    #91

    Desire Path?

    A desire path worn alongside a black metal fence in a green yard leading to a small shed, showing human stubbornness.

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    #92

    Quite The Shortcut From The Official Path

    A worn desire path cutting through grass between two trees leading uphill toward a fenced area in late afternoon light.

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    #93

    Corner Lawn

    Desire path formed next to sidewalk showing human stubbornness by creating a shortcut through grass near a bush in a residential area.

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    #94

    Desired Bike Path

    Desire path cutting diagonally across grassy hill beside paved walkway and metal barriers on overcast day.

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