Humans are more alike than they think.
They’re usually annoyed by the same things.
Theyre usuallyannoyedby the same things.
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Here are some common pet peeves everyone shares:
People who give backhanded compliments.
Its never fun when it feels like youre getting insulted by friends, family, or complete strangers.
If someone cant say anything nice, then they shouldnt say anything at all.
They should only spread kindness.
The world is already cruel enough.
When your boss gives youworkat the end of the workday.
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You dont want your plans for the night to get ruined.
People who one-up your stories.
When youre telling a story, you want everyone to nod and listen.
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You dont want them to tell a more impressive story.
When you cant find something in another persons kitchen.
Its hard to navigate a new space.
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Especially when youre hungry and would rather be eating.
Your friends could simply show you around, so leaving you to cope on your own is beyond annoying.
This is a huge pet peeve for many people.
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People who hog the sidewalk.
This is a hugepet peevefor anyone who lives in the city.
Its also frustrating for students on campus.
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When delivery food or fast food spills in the bag.
Theres nothing worse than ruining a perfectly good meal in the car.
If your food spills, then it could ruin the entire night.
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What are you supposed to eat now?
People who spit on the sidewalk.
This behavior is gross and unhygienic.
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No one wants to step in another persons spit.
They dont want to get hit by it, either.
Thats why this is one of the biggest pet peeves people typically have.
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When people crowd at the airport gates.
Everyone needs to be patient.
They need to wait their turn.
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Crowding the airport gates isnt going to force the plane to leave faster.
People who tailgate in traffic.
Personal space is important, even on the road.
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Plus, its dangerous to drive a car too close to another car.
Its an accident waiting to happen.
When people dont give back clothes or books youve lent them.
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Otherwise, theyre stealing from you.
People who ask questions during a movie.
Its hard to hear the movie when someone else is talking loudly.
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If youre at home and can press rewind, at least you could learn what you missed.
If youre paying money at the theater, youre not as lucky.
People who press the elevator button once its already been pressed.
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A lot of pet peeves involve elevators.
Its annoying when someone presses too many buttons.
And when they give a shot to strike up conversations with strangers.
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And when they press a button thats already lit up.
Showing up late.
Your time is valuable.
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When someone shows up late, theyre saying they dont care about your schedule.
There are better things you could be doing with your time than sitting around, waiting for them.
Chewing with your mouth open.
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You probably dont want to see someone chewing with their mouth open.
They should keep their lips together while theres food in their mouth.
Thats why this is one of the biggest pet peeves out there.
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Its not an opinion.
If someone smokes around you, theyre hurting your health.
Theres nothing ruder than that.
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People who steal food from your plate without asking.
If you ask nicely, then you might get what you want.
But you shouldnt take something from someone without asking.
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People who smack their gum.
Gum chewing doesnt have to be loud.
it’s possible for you to chew gum without alerting everyone in the room that its what youre doing.
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Thats why this is one of the biggest pet peeves around.
When people say literally in the wrong way.
Theres a difference betweenliterallyandfiguratively.Some people dont know the difference.
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They swap the words, and its a huge pet peeve for a lot of people.
People who overuse hashtags.
It doesnt matter whether youre posting about food, your dog, or your outfit.
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Just post the picture.
Add one or two hashtags if you must, but you dont need thirty.
Giving fake apologies.
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If theyre trying to trick you, they dont deserve you.
Only surround yourself with people who are honest with you.
Liars arent worth your energy.
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Announcing youre leaving social media.
Social media is an annoyance in so many ways.
One of the worst moments is when someone announces theyre leaving a platform.
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Of course, it wont be long until they return.
Playing guitar at parties.
No one wants to hearWonderwallfor the hundredth time.
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Play your guitar in your own home.
Dont bust it out for parties.
People who cut in line.
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Youre not any more special than the rest of the people on line with you.
You dont get special treatment, even if youre in a rush.
Correcting grammar.
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Staring at the phone instead of the person talking to you.
You have plenty of time to play with your phone.
When youre hanging out with friends, you dont need to be staring at texts or social media.
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Pay attention to the people around you instead of your phone.
Not washing your hands after using the bathroom.
It doesnt matter what youre doing in that stall.
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Either way, you’re gonna wanna wash your hands after completing your business.
People who sneeze without covering it.
When you sneeze, grab a tissue or cover your mouth.
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Or you could wear a mask so no one else gets your germs.
You dont want to get anyone sick.
Giving spoilers to movies and TV shows.
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You dont want to ruin their viewing experience.
When pedestrians stop in the middle of foot traffic.
Whether youre out shopping or walking your dog, this is annoying.
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Dont stop when people are trying to move around you.
People who use speech-to-text in public.
Dont make noise on public transportation or while at work.
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If you gotta text someone, jot down out each word.
Dont speak aloud unless youre making a phone call.
When internet service is slow.
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One of the biggest pet peeves in the twenty-first century is slow internet.
How are you supposed to contact your friends or get answers on Google?
Driving slow in the left lane.
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The left lane is meant for driving fast and passing other cars.
If you want to drive slow, then stay in the right lane.
Theres plenty of room for everyone.
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Repeating memes in real life.
Memes are funny online.
Theyre not as funny in real life.
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Dont quote them or pull them up on your phone to share with everyone.
People who interrupt every two seconds.
Its rude to interrupt.
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Doing this once could be a mistake.
But repeatedly interrupting others is a sign of disrespect.
Fiddling with the car radio.
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Dont spend forever fiddling with the car radio.
Stick with one song and enjoy the music.
Otherwise, youll annoy everyone else in the car.
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When people say no offense before saying something offensive.
Saying no offense doesnt stop your comment from being offensive.
If anything, its a sign youknowyoure about to say something wrong.
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So you shouldnt say it at all.
This is a huge pet peeve for anyone who enjoys their personal space.
Its annoying when someone steps too close.
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Especially when they dont get the hint to move away.
People who post too much on social media.
Its annoying to see someone post every aspect of their life on social media.
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Sometimes, privacy is important.
You dont want to overshare with complete strangers on the internet.
The sound of styrofoam.
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Some sounds make your ears bleed.
For some people, the sound of styrofoam is as bad as nails on the chalkboard.
Grooming in public.
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You shouldnt cut your nails on the train or subway.
back up your grooming for your own bedroom or bathroom.
Holding up security in the airport.
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Standing in line is never fun.
But its even worse when someone holds up security.
You should be ready to take off your shoes and jacket.
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Dont hold up everyone behind you.
Vegans who encourage everyone else to become vegan.
Its completely fine to be a vegan.
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However, you shouldnt pressure everyone else to become vegan, too.
Its annoying, and its not going to work.
Using internet slang in person.
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Feel free to use LOL and OMG as much as you want on Twitter.
However, dont spell out those phrases in person.
Its embarrassing for everyone involved.
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Oversharing medical conditions.
No one wants to hear about your medical issues, aside from family and friends.
Dont tell your coworkers or cashiers too many private details.
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Especially when theyre gory or gross.
Dog owners who dont clean up after their pets.
If youre going to own a pet, you should probably be responsible.
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Clean up after them.
Dont allow the neighborhood to get filled with their feces.
Saying someone looks tired.
Its rude to ask someone why they look so tired.
Youre basically asking them why they look like a mess.
Its only going to make them self-conscious.
Bringing up politics in an attempt to fight.
Political talk is important.
But if youre bringing up certain topics because you want to pick a fight, youre being rude.
Theres no reason to force confrontation.
People who forget your name.
If youve met someone multiple times, the least they can do is remember your name.
Its not that difficult.
When socks get lost.
One sock always disappears.
Its no ones fault, but its frustrating.
This is a pet peeve everyone shares.
People who dont know what theyre going to order.
Figure out what youre going to order before you approach the cashier forcoffee.
Dont leave the people behind you waiting.
Loud arguments.
If youre arguing with someone, find a private spot to work out your differences.
Dont get into a screaming match in a public place.
Its awkward for everyone.
People who sing along to music.
secure your singing for karaoke nights.
Dont ruin a good song by singing along to the lyrics in the car or a bar.
Vaping isnt any better than smoking.
Its still not healthy for you.
And its not healthy for the people around you.
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Pet peeves dont stop there.
Here are a few more pet peeves that drive everybodycrazy:
People who explain your point back to you.
When people steal food from the office fridge.
People who overstay their welcome.
When people heat up strongly scented food in a public kitchen.
People who insist you watch their favorite TV show.
When people misspell your name.
Loud phone games with a lot of noise.
People who clap when the plane lands.
Group chats that are way too active.
People who turn without using their turn signals.
When someone stares at you for too long without speaking.
Referring to yourself in the third person.
When people leave the water running while doing other chores.
People who crack their knuckles and backs constantly.
When people tap their pen too much.
Roommates who leave dirty dishes in the sink.
Leaving the toilet seat up.
Salespeople who wont take no for an answer.
When children cry on airplanes.
Saving gum instead of throwing it in the trash.
Blocking entrances and exits.
Public displays of affection.
Double-dipping chips and pretzels.
Taking too many selfies.
Leaving hair in the drain.
Blasting music from headphones.
