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If you never check the comments section on the internet, this is your sign to start. There are people hiding in there who belong on a standup stage but instead chose to be devastatingly funny under a stranger’s photo of their lunch. Or a random cat video. Or a government announcement. Nothing is safe, really.
We’ve collected a whole lot of examples from “Cursed Comments” on X, and they’re all waiting below. Scroll down to read them and upvote your favorites. And don’t be shy about dropping a witty line of your own while you’re at it.
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Chihuahua Mama 3 days ago
Does he expect people to be building a shed or hosting a drag show when he arrives?
Apologies to all the original posters featured here, but the comments under your stuff kind of stole the show this time. These random strangers have given the rest of us so much free entertainment, and honestly, they deserve way more credit than they get.
So to everyone who’s ever typed something so good it got screenshotted and sent around, thank you for making people’s days better.
Of course, being funny is something most of us would love to be known for, and research backs up why. Studies show that humor is one of the most desired traits in a romantic partner, with both men and women consistently rating funny people as more attractive.
Having a good sense of humor is also cited as one of the most important qualities in a long-term relationship. So wanting to be funnier is a pretty universal thing.
That goes for the workplace too. Funny people tend to make great coworkers because they boost team morale and help take the edge off stressful situations.
They also build stronger social connections with the people around them. On top of that, people who are perceived as funny are often seen as more socially intelligent and creative.
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So the real question is, can you actually learn to be funnier? According to Jerry Corley, a professional comedian with nearly 30 years of experience, the answer is yes.
He’s shared a lot of thoughts on the mechanics of humor, and his main takeaway is that being funny is way more scientific than most people think. There are real techniques you can work into everyday conversation that will change how people respond to you.
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random_froggg (she/they 86/47) 3 days ago
It’s pretty amazing though, I’m not going to lie. OP could have a future in the arts.
The biggest one, according to Corley, is surprise. He calls it the number one trigger for human laughter. When we’re caught off guard in a way that feels safe and harmless, our natural response is to laugh.
That “safe” part matters, because surprise on its own can also make people cry or jump. But when it’s playful and doesn’t feel threatening, laughter almost always follows.
Surprise is just one of eight major laughter triggers Corley identifies. The full list also includes things like embarrassment, recognition, incongruity, and something called “configurational” humor, which is when the audience has to think for a second to get the joke.
For most people, though, focusing on surprise alone can already make a noticeable difference.
Corley also points out that a little humor goes a really long way when you’re not a comedian. You don’t carry the same pressure or expectations, so even a small unexpected comment can land perfectly.
He uses Conrad Hilton as a great example. The founder of Hilton Hotels was known for being completely dry and serious. So when he was once asked about his New Year’s resolutions and said he’d just like people to put the shower curtain inside the tub, it got a huge laugh.
The surprise of hearing something funny from someone who never jokes is exactly what made it work.
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Megalodon Meg 3 days ago
I love my kids so much and it is so sweet these kiddos are watching, gripped in awe and suspense but I'd be asking them to back the f up a couple paces and let me cook 😆
So if you’ve ever felt like you’re just not a naturally funny person, it might be worth giving it another shot.
A lot of humor comes down to timing and surprise, and both of those are things you can actually practice. And in the meantime, at least the internet’s comment sections will always be there to keep you laughing.
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detective miller's hat 3 days ago
My brain read this as "is the the jar kool aid man or the liquid?"
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BarkingSquirell 3 days ago
I don't think there's a single thing a turtle does that is not cute.
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Did I say that out loud? 3 days ago
The last time someone demanded more "living space" it didn't end well.
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Crystalwitch60 3 days ago
I borrowed him from the devil for a while, hell hounds are hard work need a lot of training so here we are 👍
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Karl der Große 3 days ago
This is amazing. I need to spend more time looking at my shadow in case something like this happens.
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troufaki13 3 days ago
I do this with my nephew! And then he says infinity plus infinity so then I must admit defeat 😂
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David Paterson 3 days ago
Black metal, let me think. Zinc and aluminium are white metals. Iron is a dark red metal. Sodium, magnesium, manganese, are black metals, I think.
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Sue Denham 3 days ago
No worries. Easy to add some irises and pupils. Maybe throw in a curly moustache and devil horns if you're feeling creative.
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Leah Banks 1 day ago
That sounds like something I would have done in junior high, it's so cringe 😬😬😬
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Auntriarch 3 days ago
I make crackers for cheese out of stuff that looks like that (I am not a hamster)
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random_froggg (she/they 86/47) 3 days ago
White rabbits scare me. Yes I’ve seen Monty Python and the Holy Grail, why do you ask?
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Remi (He/Him) 3 days ago
The trick is to come back later and reread with comments
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Brian Droste 3 days ago
On the poll question, I find them amusing, sometimes funny but don't share them.
Allie Cochran 2 days ago
My last salary was $8750, ecom only worked 12 hours a week. My longtime neighbor yr estimated $15,000 and works about 20 hours for seven days. I can't believe how blunt he was when I looked up his information, This is what I do..... 𝐉𝐨𝐛𝐀𝐭𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝟏.𝐂𝐨𝐦
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Remi (He/Him) 3 days ago
The trick is to come back later and reread with comments
Load More Replies... Brian Droste 3 days ago
On the poll question, I find them amusing, sometimes funny but don't share them.
Allie Cochran 2 days ago
My last salary was $8750, ecom only worked 12 hours a week. My longtime neighbor yr estimated $15,000 and works about 20 hours for seven days. I can't believe how blunt he was when I looked up his information, This is what I do..... 𝐉𝐨𝐛𝐀𝐭𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝟏.𝐂𝐨𝐦
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