Almost everyone uses the word “literally” in the wrong context. You often hear something like, “Literally every dog I own leaves me a special present in my shoes.” People often mean “figuratively” or use “literally” as a linguistic placeholder (think um, uh, etc.).
However, these 21 sightings are actually the funniest things I’ve seen in a while. They’re a bit too clever for their own good and take words for their literal meaning.
1. Now THAT’S test answer gold.
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2. “Thumb tacks.” …Oh, I get it.
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3. Yummmm.
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4. He technically followed directions.
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5. #Fact.
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6. Is this REALLY necessary?
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7. Say it out loud.
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8. Someone has a sense of humor.
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9. I (almost) hope this was my kid.
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10. Precisely.
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11. Where’d you get that awesome coffee pot?
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12. I always thought that sign was weird.
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13. Polite graffiti?
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14. This Polish version of the movie is spot on.
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15. At least they didn’t lie and give you two.
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16. Well when you say it like that…
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17. How did they know?!
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18. Ale, you taste like soda.
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19. Now that’s a House Salad.
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20. Glad to see them staying above the fray.
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21. Math homework, WIN!
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(via BuzzFeed)
Was that literally the best? Was your mind literally blown away? Do you literally want me to stop using “literally” incorrectly? Alright, I’ll actually quit while I’m ahead.
