I’ve seen it happen more times than I could ever hope to remember. Someone tries far too hard to impress out on the internet, and then they only end up completely humiliating themselves in front of everyone else.
From all the cringeworthy brags to the over-the-top lies that were swiftly called out, the web is filled to the brim with people chasing clout and then outright missing the mark. So, brace yourself as you dive right into 20 of the most downright awkward and plain old tragic instances of people attempting to look cool on the internet.
1. Whoa there tiger, take it easy
2. I think he misunderstood the question
3. “If you want to be able to laugh off a horrific car accident, get in the gym.”
4. I’m just going to leave this one here
5. Blake is having a rough go of it
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6. How did you let it bite you twice?
7. They didn’t even have milk there?
8. I’m shaking in my boots
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9. “I had to deactivate Instagram after this one.”
10. What’s wrong with Walmart clothes?
11. No money, no kneecaps
12. You lead ’em, Brian
13. All of this over a PS5 preorder?
14. They must really pack a punch
15. Hint: They’re not the stupid one
16. Come on, Onision, don’t be like that
17. “I was 10 and still saw the psychological parallel.”
18. Doe, a deer, a female deer
19. Who calls people mortals?
20. He used ChatGPT for this comment
Want to see more silly people online?
Check out 15 Photos of People Lying Online and Getting Dealt Justice for It, or take a look at 25 Random Things People Actually Tried to Sell Online. Finally, if you want to see people who tried to sound intelligent online, check out 25 People Who Tried To Sound Smart Online (And Failed).
