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We're back with another round of opinions that people whisper, but never quite say out loud. Part 5 of our unpopular opinions poll is here! We're talking about friendships, careers, family dinners, travel, and a few other things that tend to start arguments at the worst possible moments. 

If you've been around for the previous parts, you already know how this goes. If you're new here - welcome! There are no right or wrong answers - just honest ones. 

Missed Part 4 of our unpopular opinions? You can check it out here!

Scroll through all 28, pick your side, and let's see where you actually stand. 🌶️

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#1

Meetings should always have a strict time limit

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Rick Murray
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1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And a mediator so everybody gets a say and not just the shouty annoying person that you can't understand why manglement tolerates.

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    #2

    Dating someone your friends don't like is always a red flag

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    #3

    Compliments from strangers are more meaningful than from people you know

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Compliments are compliments! I don't really care where they come from

    #4

    College is oversold as the only path to success

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    Geoffrey Scott
    Community Member
    6 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Been advising graduates to consider trades. "Little debt, $45k/yr BEFORE ot.

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    #5

    Cheese is overused in almost every dish

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    #6

    Streaming made music less valuable, not more accessible

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    Virgil Blue
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd say AI generated music is a lot worse.

    #7

    Buying cheap things twice is smarter than buying expensive things once

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    farbenzirkel
    Community Member
    29 minutes ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Germany, I often hear people say, “If you buy cheap, you buy twice.” (So better buy the more expensive product, and you don't have to think about it anymore.). That might not be entirely wrong. But I often hear that from people who just throw money at problems—and can afford to. That’s too simplistic for me. I’m more focused on value for money. Sometimes I just don’t need a product that lasts two generations because I only use it once every six months. And just because something is expensive doesn’t necessarily mean it’s “better.” I’ve found fantastic products for very little money. So the real art is hitting that sweet spot as much as possible. And then there are ethical considerations to factor in. So reducing it to “smarter because it’s expensive” or “smarter because it’s cheap” doesn’t do it justice.

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    #8

    Kids' birthday parties are more for the parents than the kids

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    Spannidandoolar
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're not doing them properly if this is the case.

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    #9

    Following the news daily does more harm than good

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Daily news updates, yes. Watching the news all day, no

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    #10

    Routine is more freeing than spontaneity

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    #11

    Family dinners are more of an obligation than a joy

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    #12

    Most friendships are just convenience, not a genuine connection

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    #13

    Saving money in your 20s matters less than people say

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    #14

    Salads are never actually filling

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    Flickers_and_Sparks
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It really depends on what kind of salad, and how much you're eating

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    #15

    Reading the book is not always better than watching the movie

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    #16

    Passion is a bad reason to choose a career

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    #17

    Owning a car in a city is more hassle than it's worth

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    #18

    Freelancing is lonelier than people admit

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    #19

    Binge-watching ruins the experience of a good show

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    #20

    Gym culture has made people obsessed with appearance, not health

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    Northlander72
    Community Member
    46 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Social media culture has made people obsessed with appearance. Or rather, it has turbocharged it.

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    #21

    Splitting bills 50/50 on a first date is a bad sign

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    #22

    A gap year is just procrastination with better PR

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    #23

    Having kids is the most life-changing decision people prepare the least for

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    #24

    Most people use social media to perform happiness, not share it

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    #25

    Traveling solo is overrated and just lonely

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    Crystalwitch60
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depends who you are doesn’t it ! Me being alone is bliss , so if I did travel it would suit me perfectly ,however others like company so this wouldn’t suit them at all,

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    #26

    Smart watches are just anxiety on your wrist

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    Spannidandoolar
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have found it's the opposite, I have limited what notifications come through to my watch and no longer feel the need to always have my phone with me in case of an emergency or somethingimportant, so now I check it/use it less.

    #27

    Tipping culture has gotten completely out of control

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    #28

    Your 30s are more fun than your 20s

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