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Did you know that Ben Affleck is 6'4 (193cm)? And that Margaux Hemingway was as tall as her grandfather Ernest at 6'0 (183cm)? It would've probably taken the majority of us to stand 2 minutes behind them at a concert to start to envy them, thinking they must have the world at their feet. But that might not be the case.

Tall people have problems. In fact, they even created a subreddit to prove that they don't have it as easy as short people think. From having to almost kneel to use the ATM to folding themselves in order to fit in an airplane seat, you gotta admit, some of the photo evidence they provide make the case pretty compelling. Continue scrolling and check out the images.

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They Wanted Me To Get In My Co-Worker’s Car For A Mr. Incredible Moment. I’m 6’7”

They Wanted Me To Get In My Co-Worker’s Car For A Mr. Incredible Moment. I’m 6’7”

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If we were to get serious for a bit (this will only take a moment, I promise), we would see that poor nutrition and illness in childhood limit human growth. Which means, the average height of a population strongly correlates to its living standards. Thus, the study of human height becomes relevant even for historians who want to understand the history of living conditions.

Even though human height is used as an indirect measure for living standards, experts emphasize that it is not used as a direct measure of well-being.

Human height has been steadily increasing over the past 2 centuries across the world. It is in line with improvements in our health and nutrition during this period. Generally, the data for these studies comes from soldiers (conscripts), convicted criminals, slaves and servants. It is, in fact, the reason why so many talks on human height focus on men.

During a 100-year period between 1896 and 1996, the largest gains in height were recorded for European and Central Asian men; their mean height increased by 11 cm (4.3 inches), overtaking North American men in the process. The smallest absolute gains were seen for South Asian men; mean height increased by only 5 cm (2 inches).

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There are only 2.5K members in the r/TallPeopleProblems subreddit, but I guess the bigger it gets — the more people experience these issues — the better?

#4

My Dad Made This Raised Cutting Board For My 6'8 Boyfriend. No More Hunching Over The Counters!

My Dad Made This Raised Cutting Board For My 6'8 Boyfriend. No More Hunching Over The Counters!

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Prom Pictures With GF And Her Dad

Prom Pictures With GF And Her Dad

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Me And My 6'4" Date To Our Rowing Formal. I'd Say We're Pretty Cute

Me And My 6'4" Date To Our Rowing Formal. I'd Say We're Pretty Cute

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#10

Smashed My Head On The Guatemalan International Departures Sign, Came Crashing Down. Wasn't Made For Tall People...

Smashed My Head On The Guatemalan International Departures Sign, Came Crashing Down. Wasn't Made For Tall People...

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#11

This The Season To Be Clotheslined By Christmas Decorations At Work.

This The Season To Be Clotheslined By Christmas Decorations At Work.

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

Almost everyone would hit these with their head or neck

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#12

A Nice Surprise At A Restaurant - A Secondary Mirror Specifically For Us Tree-Folk.

A Nice Surprise At A Restaurant - A Secondary Mirror Specifically For Us Tree-Folk.

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#14

6’3” Lived In A Traditional Japanese House In Japan For Two Months. There Was Lots Of Exposed Wooden Beams

6’3” Lived In A Traditional Japanese House In Japan For Two Months. There Was Lots Of Exposed Wooden Beams

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#16

Friend Of Mine Had A Photo Booth Set Up At His Wedding... Probably My Favorite Picture Of My GF (6’2) And I (6’6).

Friend Of Mine Had A Photo Booth Set Up At His Wedding... Probably My Favorite Picture Of My GF (6’2) And I (6’6).

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#17

Went To Prague With My Friend Who Is 7’ 4”

Went To Prague With My Friend Who Is 7’ 4”

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#18

You Know It's Bad When The Shower Is In The Ceiling And You Still Don't Fit

You Know It's Bad When The Shower Is In The Ceiling And You Still Don't Fit

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#19

Jumping On The Work Desk Bandwagon

Jumping On The Work Desk Bandwagon

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#20

After Many Years Of Marriage, It's Still Nice That We Can Sit At The Table And Just Hold Hands.

After Many Years Of Marriage, It's Still Nice That We Can Sit At The Table And Just Hold Hands.

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#23

My New Apartment Has This Shower Head, And I'm Only 6'1"

My New Apartment Has This Shower Head, And I'm Only 6'1"

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

That’s just terrible even for the average sized American

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#25

I Love My Job, But Can't Wait To Get Hired Into A Larger Airplane.

I Love My Job, But Can't Wait To Get Hired Into A Larger Airplane.

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#26

Tired Of Looking Out Of Place In Most Of My Pictures With People

Tired Of Looking Out Of Place In Most Of My Pictures With People

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#28

New Apartment... I Present To You My Mini Fridge

New Apartment... I Present To You My Mini Fridge

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#29

When I Stand Up In The Stall I Make Eye Contact With The People Washing Their Hands. Is It A Little Awkward?....yeah

When I Stand Up In The Stall I Make Eye Contact With The People Washing Their Hands. Is It A Little Awkward?....yeah

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#30

With The Current Trend Of Others Wearing Tall People's Clothes, Here's My Former Colleague From The Philippines In My Coveralls

With The Current Trend Of Others Wearing Tall People's Clothes, Here's My Former Colleague From The Philippines In My Coveralls

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#31

I Don't Even Care That I'm 7'8", I'm Going To Enjoy The 'Little' Things That This World Has To Offer!

I Don't Even Care That I'm 7'8", I'm Going To Enjoy The 'Little' Things That This World Has To Offer!

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

It looks like you're having fun, which is what matters!

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#32

Door Frames Get You Once, But Ceiling Fans Get You More Than Once...yeah, Walked Into A Ceiling Fan.

Door Frames Get You Once, But Ceiling Fans Get You More Than Once...yeah, Walked Into A Ceiling Fan.

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#33

Getting A Shirt Tailored In Vietnam.

Getting A Shirt Tailored In Vietnam.

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#34

I Present To You My Crappy Design Bathroom And How I Like To Use It

I Present To You My Crappy Design Bathroom And How I Like To Use It

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#35

My Team Mate And I Are Both 6’10...now I Know What I Look Like Using An ATM.

My Team Mate And I Are Both 6’10...now I Know What I Look Like Using An ATM.

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#36

A Mess Only We Can See. ( Top Of Vending Machine )

A Mess Only We Can See. ( Top Of Vending Machine )

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#37

Getting Requests To Do Hand And Feet Comparisons At Parties Is Just Routine Already

Getting Requests To Do Hand And Feet Comparisons At Parties Is Just Routine Already

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

I can't stop noticing that that dude in the background's eye contours perfectly to the other dude's mouth. I can't unsee it.

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#38

Tall Girl (6’3”) vs. Door Frame. Grrrreeeeaaattttt.

Tall Girl (6’3”) vs. Door Frame. Grrrreeeeaaattttt.

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

Yes, but the door frame is easily out classed - you're stunning

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#39

Hey, Check Out This Cool Place We'll Never Be Able To Enter.

Hey, Check Out This Cool Place We'll Never Be Able To Enter.

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

Just climb it on your hands like a dog. I still go up my mom's stairs t home like that sometimes out of childhood habit.

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#40

Dear Delta And Faa, Tell Me Again How This Is Safe, Let Alone Humane...

Dear Delta And Faa, Tell Me Again How This Is Safe, Let Alone Humane...

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

This isn't a tall person issue. I'm short but have long legs and have the same problem on planes.

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#41

I Made Something To Reduce Back Pain In The Kitchen

I Made Something To Reduce Back Pain In The Kitchen

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

I had the worktops set about the much higher when I changed the kitchen - saves a lot of grumbling. That hob looks painfully low.

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#42

I Can Forgive Short Mirrors Since I'm Ugly, But I Will Never Forgive The Evil That Is Aku! (Manifested In The Form Of A Short Shower Head)

I Can Forgive Short Mirrors Since I'm Ugly, But I Will Never Forgive The Evil That Is Aku! (Manifested In The Form Of A Short Shower Head)

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

He ain't ugly, he just hasn't noticed yet because he can't see himself in a mirror.

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#43

Everytime Sidewalk Ever.

Everytime Sidewalk Ever.

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#44

So My Two Tall Buds Decided To Sit Opposite Each Other On The Bus

So My Two Tall Buds Decided To Sit Opposite Each Other On The Bus

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#45

Finally, A Bathroom Mirror Just For Me

Finally, A Bathroom Mirror Just For Me

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#47

Being Tall And Large Chested Turns Any Dress Into A Shirt. I Can't Even Think About Heels.

Being Tall And Large Chested Turns Any Dress Into A Shirt. I Can't Even Think About Heels.

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

If it is any consolation: normal and large chested tends to do either that too or it looks like a potato sack.

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#48

The Shower In My San Francisco Hotel Room Was Impossibly Low (I'm Only 6'3)

The Shower In My San Francisco Hotel Room Was Impossibly Low (I'm Only 6'3)

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#50

I Forgot About Doctors Offices

I Forgot About Doctors Offices

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

ehm there is a slide in/out leg part you forgot to have extracted..

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#51

Apparently I Was The Measuring Stick For The London Underground (6’7”) [x-Post R/Perfectfit]

Apparently I Was The Measuring Stick For The London Underground (6’7”) [x-Post R/Perfectfit]

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#52

My Husband (6’5”) In Front Of A Home In Nepal.

My Husband (6’5”) In Front Of A Home In Nepal.

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#53

Giraffes United Against Ceiling Fans

Giraffes United Against Ceiling Fans

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#54

My Mom In The Sweater She Got For Me For Christmas, She’s 5’8”

My Mom In The Sweater She Got For Me For Christmas, She’s 5’8”

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#55

As A Tall Man, I Find This To Be My Problem More Than Walking Through Doorways

As A Tall Man, I Find This To Be My Problem More Than Walking Through Doorways

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#57

Too Tall For A Full Pull-Up Extension. I Miss The Gym.

Too Tall For A Full Pull-Up Extension. I Miss The Gym.

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#58

We Always Hear About Showers, Mirrors, And Bathroom Stalls, But I Can't Be The Only One Who Can't Stand This At Traffic Lights...

We Always Hear About Showers, Mirrors, And Bathroom Stalls, But I Can't Be The Only One Who Can't Stand This At Traffic Lights...

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#59

When Your Friend Stands Two Steps Above To Be An Inch Or Two Taller Than You In Heels

When Your Friend Stands Two Steps Above To Be An Inch Or Two Taller Than You In Heels

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#60

You May Steal If You’re Tall Enough.

You May Steal If You’re Tall Enough.

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#61

If You've Thought About Joining The Navy...

If You've Thought About Joining The Navy...

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

I've heard of a 6'4" man serving on a submarine.... that... had drawbacks.

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#63

Waited In Line For This Rollercoaster For Two Hours, When I Finally Got To The Front They Said I Was Too Tall.

Waited In Line For This Rollercoaster For Two Hours, When I Finally Got To The Front They Said I Was Too Tall.

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#64

I’m 6’2 And A Half And This Is What I See In Most Mirrors.

I’m 6’2 And A Half And This Is What I See In Most Mirrors.

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

Matilda commenting like she would rather leave the drink on the floor outside the bathroom

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#65

6'6" Checking Into My First Airbnb. I Didnt Think To Ask How High The Ceilings Were. Woops.

6'6" Checking Into My First Airbnb. I Didnt Think To Ask How High The Ceilings Were. Woops.

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

Where do they have apartments with ceiling that are less than 2 metres high?

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#66

The Eternal Bathtub Struggle!!!!!

The Eternal Bathtub Struggle!!!!!

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

I'm 5'2" & have this struggle; bathtubs just aren't comfy for anyone ever.

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#68

"You Can't Fit In This Bed. You Should Post This To R/Tall." 6'5"- Taipei Hostel

"You Can't Fit In This Bed. You Should Post This To R/Tall." 6'5"- Taipei Hostel

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

i slept in a "pod" hostel in Edinburg. I'm not super tall, 1,75m, but I didnt fit in the pod....

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#69

Sometimes, It’s Sucks To Be Tall And A Car Enthusiast.

Sometimes, It’s Sucks To Be Tall And A Car Enthusiast.

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#71

Went To A Friend's House In Seattle. I Miss My Customized Shower.

Went To A Friend's House In Seattle. I Miss My Customized Shower.

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#72

Frustration: Can't See While Cooking

Frustration: Can't See While Cooking

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#73

Ordered This Shirt Online... It Was Normal Length On The Model. Good Thing Crop Tops Are In Style?

Ordered This Shirt Online... It Was Normal Length On The Model. Good Thing Crop Tops Are In Style?

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Working From Home...couldn’t Get My Knees Under The Desk, This Seems To Do The Job Nicely.

Working From Home...couldn’t Get My Knees Under The Desk, This Seems To Do The Job Nicely.

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#75

Tall Guy Problem #4 Solved. Solution: Extra Mirror

Tall Guy Problem #4 Solved. Solution: Extra Mirror

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#76

I Guess 6’4” Is About A Foot Too Tall To Use My Bathroom Mirror ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

I Guess 6’4” Is About A Foot Too Tall To Use My Bathroom Mirror ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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#77

As A 7'0" Tall Guy, I've Held Back On The Rage. I Just Go With It Now.

As A 7'0" Tall Guy, I've Held Back On The Rage. I Just Go With It Now.

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#79

Any Time A Chair Is High Enough For Comfort...

Any Time A Chair Is High Enough For Comfort...

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Sunbathing Towels Never Seem To Be Long Enough-So You Have To Double Up!! Anyone Else Do This?

Sunbathing Towels Never Seem To Be Long Enough-So You Have To Double Up!! Anyone Else Do This?

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

For context, the average beach towel is 80cm × 160cm (5'2"). The average human is 162cm (5'4").

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#81

My Biggest Problem With Being Tall.

My Biggest Problem With Being Tall.

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#82

Fixing My Too-Low Bathroom Mirror

Fixing My Too-Low Bathroom Mirror

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#84

My Dad (6’6) Was A Little Too Tall For The Camera 😂 He Was Taking His Health Card Photo

My Dad (6’6) Was A Little Too Tall For The Camera 😂 He Was Taking His Health Card Photo

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#85

My Wife Wanted Me To Hang Up A Mirror, So I Did. Seems Fine To Me, But She Takes Issue With It For Some Reason. [i'm 6'4" And She's 5'2"]

My Wife Wanted Me To Hang Up A Mirror, So I Did. Seems Fine To Me, But She Takes Issue With It For Some Reason. [i'm 6'4" And She's 5'2"]

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#86

Public Transport Oppresses Tall People (I'm 6'7)

Public Transport Oppresses Tall People (I'm 6'7)

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#87

I Feel Attacked

I Feel Attacked

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#89

I Thought Commercial Flights Were Bad (6’10”)

I Thought Commercial Flights Were Bad (6’10”)

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#90

I’m Gonna Rip My Door Off It’s Hinges, The Quarantine Is Making This Happen Far More Frequently

I’m Gonna Rip My Door Off It’s Hinges, The Quarantine Is Making This Happen Far More Frequently

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#91

Ya All Know The Feeling. (Regular Train In Germany)

Ya All Know The Feeling. (Regular Train In Germany)

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#92

This Is How I Initiate Conversation/Flirting With A 6'8" Man I Met...right?

This Is How I Initiate Conversation/Flirting With A 6'8" Man I Met...right?

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

At least you have a great opening sentence. "Are you also getting tired of those low hanging showerheads all the time?"

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#93

I Love It When There’s No One Sitting In Front Of Me... My Legs Need To Always Improvise, Adapt And Overcome.

I Love It When There’s No One Sitting In Front Of Me... My Legs Need To Always Improvise, Adapt And Overcome.

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

🤦‍♀️ People step on seats all the time. Calm down. Take something to clean your seat if you’re that worried

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#94

I Was Volunteering At A Library And Everyone Told Me To Be Shorter

I Was Volunteering At A Library And Everyone Told Me To Be Shorter

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#95

May vs. October

May vs. October

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#96

A Different Type Of Shower Problem From The Usual Ones On This Sub. I Elbowed My Shower Head While Scrubbing, And It Cracked Spraying Water Everywhere.

A Different Type Of Shower Problem From The Usual Ones On This Sub. I Elbowed My Shower Head While Scrubbing, And It Cracked Spraying Water Everywhere.

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#97

Constantly Ducking Gets Old Fast In Japan.

Constantly Ducking Gets Old Fast In Japan.

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#98

My 6’6 Buddy Doing Dishes At My Apartment.

My 6’6 Buddy Doing Dishes At My Apartment.

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

Then why don't you do them? He is gonna smack his head when he stands up.

#99

Getting Surgery Today And My Legs Are Hanging Off Of The Table.

Getting Surgery Today And My Legs Are Hanging Off Of The Table.

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#100

This Is The Worst ATM I’ve Ever Used

This Is The Worst ATM I’ve Ever Used

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#101

What I See On The Gas Pump Screen vs. What It Actually Reads.

What I See On The Gas Pump Screen vs. What It Actually Reads.

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#102

Sleeping Bag Advertised As Tall Only Goes Up To 6’1. That’s Cute.

Sleeping Bag Advertised As Tall Only Goes Up To 6’1. That’s Cute.

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#103

You Lot Can Understand

You Lot Can Understand

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#104

My Goal Before Summer Is Ten Pull-UPS. Anyone Else With Long Arms Finding Pull-UPS Difficult?

My Goal Before Summer Is Ten Pull-UPS. Anyone Else With Long Arms Finding Pull-UPS Difficult?

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

Your hands should be facing the other direction for an easier pull-up.

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#105

I Guess Only Short People Are Allowed To Shower In This House

I Guess Only Short People Are Allowed To Shower In This House

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#106

I Live In South Korea. I Am Tall. This Is Eye-Level.

I Live In South Korea. I Am Tall. This Is Eye-Level.

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#107

Don’t Mind Me, Just Here To Brush My Teeth And *not* Look At Myself In The Mirror.

Don’t Mind Me, Just Here To Brush My Teeth And *not* Look At Myself In The Mirror.

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

Why do you need to look in the mirror to brush your teeth though?