Article created by: Justinas Keturka

Hype, as it were, is a pretty double-edged sword. Its origin lies, most likely, in the word hyperbole and it was originally used to describe "excessive or misleading publicity or advertising," which remains pretty true at the end of the day. But every now and then, people stumble across things that are worth the hype.

We’ve gathered examples of things that really did live up to the hype from across the internet. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your own thoughts and examples in the comments below.

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#1

Starry night sky with the Milky Way over rock formations, showcasing deserving natural beauty. Driving 8 hours into the desert, escaping the light pollution, and seeing the Milky Way.

I cried.

SamZTU , Intricate Explorer Report

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    Healthcare professional administering a vaccine to a seated person, highlighting praised medical advancements. Polio vaccine.

    Tolbitzironside , Nataliya Vaitkevich Report

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    #3

    Northern lights over snowy mountains and cars, showcasing a phenomenon that truly deserved the praise. Seeing the Northern Lights in person. Photos don't do them justice.

    emjaybe , Tobias Bjørkli Report

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    #4

    Woman walking a French bulldog across a city street, a moment deserving praise for stylish urban living. My dog, he's still awesome. Well, time to go walk again.

    tacojohn48 , Megan (Markham) Bucknall Report

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    #5

    Fantasy characters in cloaks standing by a river, showcasing truly deserved praise in a popular movie scene. The LOTR film trilogy. I've never been so hyped and at the same time nervous as when I went to see Fellowship. Within the first minute I knew they had pulled it off. Still the best theater going experience I've ever had.

    anon , New Line Cinema Report

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    #6

    "Grand Canyon view with a bird and desert plants on the rocky edge, showcasing natural wonders truly deserving praise." The Grand Canyon. It is 100% worth the trip to see it.

    Cassiyus , Marty Report

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    #7

    Chocolate bars with broken pieces, scattered on a light surface, truly deserving the hype. European chocolate.

    ethancd1 , Tetiana Bykovets Report

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    #8

    Singer passionately performing with a band, capturing the essence of things that deserved the hype. Weird Al in concert. He wears a new costume for almost every song, his band is fantastic, and despite being around for ~30 years his tickets are still affordable.

    MechaMonarch , SiriusXM Report

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    #9

    A groom placing a ring on the bride's finger in a bright windowed room, symbolizing truly deserving moments. Marriage.

    My wife and I love the same things. We support each other's dreams, but also try to empathize with each other's pains.

    I'll take the most mundane day shared with my wife over an exceptional day alone, just because I know she will be there to be the little spoon at night.

    Also the whole dual income thing is nice.

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    #10

    Vinyl album cover with a prism and rainbow design, highly praised for its iconic artwork. Dark Side of the Moon. I finally got a copy when I was...16? I started listening to it and was like...wow, no wonder.

    MrLeopard25 , SouthernBeautiful116 Report

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    #11

    Ethernet cable in soft focus, lying on a light surface, highlighting technology praised for its reliability. The Internet.

    In the early days when it stopped being solely for universities and government, people, media, etc. was unsure what to make of it and how useful it would be.

    speak2easy , Cj Report

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    #12

    Solar eclipse with bright corona and flares, showcasing an event that truly deserved the praise. Seeing a solar eclipse in totality it was amazing! 11/10 would recommend to a friend.

    potterMathWho , Justin Dickey Report

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    #13

    Naps. The older get man the better they are. With noise canceling headphones it’s even better now. I look forward to them all the time. Hug a pillow, blanket over eyes but not mouth or nose, headphones in and I’m out cold in like 15 seconds. I wanna take a nap now just typing about it.

    anon , Adrian Swancar Report

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    #14

    A statue holding a leaf in a park, symbolizing things that truly deserved the praise, with lush greenery in the background. Shakespeare. You spend your whole life being told his stuff is just sooo goood and then you're forced to read it in high school and what do you know, it is actually good.

    ErinHollow , Taha Report

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    #15

    Deadpool in red and black suit standing in front of tall buildings, truly deserving the praise. Deadpool and Ryan Reynolds playing him; oh boy if that didn't live up to be more than we all expected it to be!

    Moejason , 20th Century Fox Report

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    #16

    Man in formal attire with a red rose on his lapel, truly deserving the praise. The Godfather

    I've been on a kick lately of watching classic movies widely considered masterpieces. Best of anything so far has been The Godfather - not really into mafia movies or anything like that, but I guess it's more a movie about *humanity* and not just the mafia.

    Absolutely deserves all the hype and more.

    The_Juggler17 , Paramount Pictures Report

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    #17

    Eggs Benedict with rich hollandaise sauce on a plate, a praised delicacy worth the hype, with a blurred mug in the background. Eggs Benedict.

    anon , Scott Eckersley Report

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    #18

    Iron Man in iconic suit walking through a scene with explosions, exemplifying things that deserved the hype. Iron Man (2008).

    "Alright, a movie made by Marvel, how bad could it be?".

    Lithium_Cube , Paramount Pictures Report

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    #19

    Harry Potter book with a wand, glasses, and Chocolate Frog box. The Harry Potter Books.

    ColourfulColeslaw , Shayna Douglas Report

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    #20

    Man in office setting looking thoughtful, wearing a tie. Better Call Saul is an amazing show, definitely lived up to the hype.

    TylerMcFluffBut , netflix Report

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    #21

    "Vintage bathroom with ornate bidet and toilet, showcasing intricate tile design, deserving the praise of classic decor." Bidets. Mine is the first thing I miss whenever I travel.

    Itcomesinacan , Renee Verberne Report

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    #22

    Motorcyclist on a busy highway, showcasing a well-hyped and praised vehicle. Riding motorcycles


    It's a true physical feeling of freedom.

    unlived_life , Getty Images Report

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    #23

    Air fryer with potatoes, next to raw salmon on a cutting board. Air Fryers. Little kitchen miracles.

    aperson7780 , Daniel Horvath Report

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