Grahame Posted September 4 Report Share Posted September 4 Perplexity.ai Pro when faced with the same prompt https://www.perplexity.ai/search/give-me-a-list-of-15-things-th-85bo_TccTjG.055fStbg8A#0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grahame Posted September 4 Report Share Posted September 4 Non Pro? Sure. Sure! Here’s a list of 15 things that many people find absurd or downright silly across various categories: ## 1. Prohibition of Certain Foods in Schools Many schools ban homemade lunches while promoting unhealthy cafeteria options, which seems counterproductive to healthy eating. ## 2. The "No Pants Subway Ride" An annual event where participants ride the subway without pants. While it’s meant to be fun, many find it just plain ridiculous. ## 3. Laws Against Public Dancing Some places still have outdated laws prohibiting public dancing, reflecting an overly strict interpretation of public behavior. ## 4. The Existence of "Pet Rocks" A novelty item from the 1970s where people paid for rocks as pets. It’s a classic example of consumerism gone wild. ## 5. Overly Complicated Instruction Manuals Many products come with instruction manuals that are so convoluted they make assembling the item more difficult than it needs to be. ## 6. The Flat Earth Theory Despite overwhelming scientific evidence, some people still believe the Earth is flat, showcasing a rejection of established science. ## 7. Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws These laws often lead to disproportionately harsh punishments for minor offenses, contributing to overcrowded prisons without improving public safety. ## 8. The "10-Second Rule" for Dropped Food The belief that food is safe to eat if picked up within ten seconds, despite the lack of scientific support for this idea. ## 9. Celebrity Endorsements of Quack Remedies Celebrities promoting unproven health products can mislead the public and contribute to misinformation about health and wellness. ## 10. The "Dunning-Kruger Effect" This cognitive bias leads people with low ability at a task to overestimate their ability, often resulting in hilariously misguided confidence. ## 11. Laws Against Using Silly String In some places, using silly string is banned during specific events, which seems overly restrictive for a harmless party item. ## 12. The Existence of "Invisible" Products Items marketed as “invisible” (like invisible ink) that serve no practical purpose other than to be a novelty. ## 13. Overzealous Warning Labels Items like coffee cups warning that the contents are hot, which seems unnecessary and patronizing. ## 14. Reality TV Shows as "Reality" The idea that reality TV reflects real life is often laughable, as the situations are heavily scripted and manipulated. ## 15. The "Chicken Dance" as a Serious Dance A dance that is often performed at weddings and parties, yet is considered silly and often mocked. These examples highlight various aspects of society, culture, and consumer behavior that many find puzzling or outright silly. https://www.perplexity.ai/search/give-me-a-list-of-15-things-th-85bo_TccTjG.055fStbg8A#1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeymad Posted September 7 Report Share Posted September 7 (edited) research.. "Mom, what's a twat waffle?" Edited September 7 by mikeymad 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skullguise Posted September 7 Report Share Posted September 7 (edited) woops,found one more Edited September 7 by skullguise 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Chalk Posted September 8 Report Share Posted September 8 18 hours ago, mikeymad said: research.. "Mom, what's a twat waffle?" Not sure why "trumpgoblin" isn't a thing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morphsci Posted September 8 Report Share Posted September 8 (edited) Saw this on a new Ford Bronco and never knew it was a thing. They actually sell these on Amazon I discovered. Edited September 8 by morphsci 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swt61 Posted September 8 Report Share Posted September 8 Why not just put a tag that says "please vandalize my vehicle?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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