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    When it’s time to go, it’s really time to go. In looking back now, it’s glaringly clear that there was more lost than mere trends. Yes, there were pieces of literal childhood lost in the process. From the very end of iconic shows right on into the rise of smartphones, the 1990s left behind a complete nostalgic void that continues to feel relevant today. These are some of the things that the world said goodbye too when the 1990s ended. 1. Video Stores Friday nights were spent browsing aisles and arguing over new releases or cult classics. Blockbuster wasn’t just…

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    15 Cooking Fails That Should’ve Missed Their Plates

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    14 Garage Sale Failures When People Just Missed

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    15 Foods from the ’70s That Lost Their Momentum

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    15 Old Facilities That Time Took A Bite Out Of

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