Hilariously Awkward Situations We’re Glad Didn’t Happen To Us
Awkwardness is one of life's little inevitabilities, but some people seem to have horrible luck when it comes to ending up in intensely awkward situations. A simple mishap or misunderstanding is all it takes for things to become a total mess.
These are some people who ended up in pretty awkward situations that were also incredibly funny.
These Guys Locked The Keys Inside Their Armored Truck
The great thing about an armored truck is that it's almost impossible to break into without having the keys.
The bad thing is that you can't get back in when you lock the keys inside.
Guess She's Stuck With This Phrase On Her Case
She had a minor misunderstanding while filling out her order request.
Now she has to live for a few months at least with this awkward phrase on her AirPod case.
It's Like The World's Worst Tattoo
Tying your hair up with a pencil or chopsticks was a huge trend in the '90s.
But there is a reason why no one ever tried to do it with pens.
It's Called Style, You Twerp!
Kids are so sweet: they really just want to help others out based on how they understand the world.
It's cute, but it definitely doesn't make it less awkward when your son innocently critiques a stranger.
Oh Honey, You're In For A Long Haul
Getting asked if you want to come along for a baseball game seems like a simple invite, but that's only if you like the sport.
Otherwise, you're stuck watching nine innings worth of a sport you don't even really like.
I Feel Sorry For The Poor Sucker With Only One Shoe
While exiting the subway car, a guy's shoe fell off. Before he could grab it, the doors shut and his shoe was whisked away.
Now it lies here, lonely, while its owner walks the street with one socked foot.
I Guess Headphones Aren't A Thing For Them Anymore
It would be one thing if the headphones had just broken, but it seems nearly impossible to get that piece out of the dock.
I guess this person will just have to live their life in silence.
Who Gets A Statue Of A Dog For An Office?
I won't antagonize the person who tweeted this for not being able to tell the difference between a statue and an actual living dog.
But I truly hope she was alone at work and no one saw her.
The Answer Was Right Under His Nose (Or Boot)
Whenever something goes missing, it's always puzzling and frustrating when trying to find out where it possibly could have gone.
Funny enough, the answer is often much closer than you think.
Can't Take Notes, But Can Chop Veggies!
College can be a real whirlwind with students constantly rushing around from place to place.
I already know it was unbearably embarrassing to whip out a cutting board in the middle of a lecture hall.
Who Needs A Singer When You Could Have A Scientist?
Pick your favorite for the birthday cake: Mariah Carey is one of the most famous singers on the earth with a very impressive range.
But Marie Curie pioneered the way for women in science.
No Senior Quote For You!
You only graduate from high school once, so naturally, you want to make the most of your experience.
Too bad the school lost this guy's info and now nothing individual about him is in the yearbook!
But I'm Too Young To Go Gray!
Wigs, as it turns out, are not cheap, so if you're paying for a full head of hair, you hope it will be perfect.
Finding a gray hair among your purchased locks is awkward, especially when you're far too young to go gray.
Guess Duct Tape Will Have To Do The Job
At this point, it's too late to try to unpack and then repack the bag.
The best way to move forward is to find a new way to seal it up, like with hot glue or duct tape.
Poison Ivy Is No Joke
Maybe you thought that touching your face after a brush with poison ivy might seem fairly harmless.
But it might leave your face swollen, itchy, and utterly unrecognizable in the end.
These Kids Will Burn You So Hard You'll Need Medical Attention
While we all like to think of ourselves as young, you can always trust a teenager to put you in your place and demolish your ego.
Those kids are vicious and have no remorse.
Always Read Labels First!
The worst part about washing your hair is that you're eyes are closed and you can't see if your hair is actually all falling out due to the Nair you've lathered into it.
Now you have to awkwardly tell everyone why you're bald.
His Mask Split Because His Nose Was So Big
Have you ever wanted to keep yourself from catching a highly infectious viral disease by wearing protective gear, but your facial features literally will not allow it?
I haven't, but this guy definitely has.
Excuse Me, But That Isn't A Child!
We all know that Kevin Hart isn't exactly known for his physical stature.
But being targeted on the kids cam onto him in front of everyone at the game seems unnecessary.
PSA: Don't Leave Your Sandals In The Car
After spending two months in the backseat, one side of this pair of sandals really got a shrinking treatment.
Now, this woman has to awkwardly walk around with one tiny slide on.
I Can't Wait To Use My New Mouse
Picking up a pair of scissors from the store so you can open packaging: $5. Buying a brand new mouse of your computer: $15.
Cutting through the cord while trying to open it, rendering it useless: priceless.
Proof Assignments Should Be Given On Paper
This person was supposed to do an assignment on "euthanasia," but, having only heard the instructions, ended up creating this presentation.
While I'm sure he worked hard on it, I doubt he got the reaction he wanted.
He Was Asked To Remove The Mask At The Store
When making his purchase, this man was asked to remove his mask so that the cashier could see his real face while checking his ID.
Who would've guessed removing the mask would change nothing?
Maybe Check With A Vet First Next Time
This guy found a tattoo on his dog and decided to get a matching one.
It wasn't until after that he realized that it was to symbolize that his dog was neutered.
Happy Birthday Loser!
This little girl has the nickname "Lizard," so her parents were trying to be cute for her birthday cake by using it instead of Elizabeth.
Now, she only has emotional trauma for life!
Goodbye, Old Pal!
People tend to decorate their cars with fun trinkets they like, and this guy was excited about his new duck.
Unfortunately, it had a full meltdown during the first week.
Happy Birthday To Me!
This person was extremely excited for their upcoming birthday, only for everyone to be put in lockdown shortly before.
While the decorations are all there, the party clearly is lacking in joy.
Ah Yes, Just The Gift He Wanted!
It's one thing to buy someone a gift and it turns out that they already own it.
But the embarrassment and awkwardness is infinitely amplified if they're literally wearing the gift.
How Many People Probably Sat On It?
Here's the problem with owning too many things that match: it's far too easy to mix things up and misplace them.
Let's just hope the screen didn't crack under a butt.
Well, I Can See How That Could Have Been Misconstrued
My main concern, after all this happened, is whether this man was allowed to go to the bathroom and do what he clearly needed to do.
Otherwise, R.I.P. to his pants.
That Cardboard Cutout? It's Of The Guy Taking The Picture
While in Vegas, these two women asked this man if he could take a photo of them with the cardboard cutout of the act they were going to see.
However, they didn't realize he was the act.
Where Did The Tree Go?
This poor squirrel was probably just trying to come hang out with his homies who lived in the tree not only to realize they moved.
But their house wasn't even there anymore.
Dads Will Embarrass You, No Matter The Circumstances
You'd think that being a famous actor in one of the most popular film franchises of the world would make you immune to awkward encounters.
But Tom Holland's dad didn't hesitate to embarrass him in front of Emma Watson.
Someone Should Have Told Their Blind Friend Where To Face
There are few moments more important in one's life than when you propose to the woman of your dreams.
However, someone should have given him better cues on where to face.
Toddlers Are, In Fact, Demons
Every parent knows the struggle of trying to go anywhere alone while you have a toddler.
This mom was just trying to pee in a hotel while her daughter pressed her face against the translucent glass door.
Excuse Me, But When Is It My Turn
While on vacation, this girl jumped onto her boyfriend's back to take this cute picture at sunset.
Immediately after, a stranger asked if her boyfriend would do the same for him.
... So It's Not An Ugly Sweater Party
Jake Gyllenhaal and Hugh Jackman both told Ryan Reynolds that the holiday party involved wearing an ugly sweater.
Ryan showed up fully prepared only to realize that they had lied and no one else there was wearing one.
Even The Cat Was Rocking A Mask
This photograph was taken in 1918 amidst the global panic surrounding the Spanish Flu Pandemic.
This family all had to wear masks in their picture, but I can't get over the cat having one too.
Human, What Are You Doing In My House?
This poor little guy spent the first week of quarantine walking around the house and staring at his owner like this every day.
He was just confused because normally she'd be at work and he'd be playing alone.
They Would Have Been Better Off Giving No Card At All
This man, after working for the same company for over five years and having more than 500 colleagues, received this card from his coworkers on his last day.
Nothing like leaving on a bad note!
His Pain Is So Apparent
As the only unmarried sibling in the family, one brother was excluded from a photo of all the couples.
However, the photographer decided to focus on his pain as he stood alone in the background.
Welcome To The School!
Most people are freed from the pain of awkward school photos on picture day when they graduate from high school, but teachers have to continue to endure them.
At her first teaching job, this woman ended up with this photo.
The Repairman Is Going To Judge Them So Hard
Trying to save an extra few bucks while redoing segments of their home, this person decided that they would install their microwave themselves.
...Only to totally destroy their stovetop in the process.
It's Only Kombucha And Juice For This Guy
After years of drinking with no problems, this man seemed to develop an allergy to alcoholic beverages randomly overnight.
Now, whenever he has even just one drink, he breaks out in a rash.
One-Handed Steering From Now On
Everyone knows that motorcycles don't exactly have a reputation for being the safest vehicles.
But they definitely become more dangerous when you lose 50% of your steering ability by having a handlebar fall off.
"I Told You So!"
Before heading to the hardware store, this man's wife told him that he should measure the door, but he said that all doors are the same.
When he came home, he realized that she was right.
This Poor Girl
I love that these professors berated her without even showing the evidence first.
She was probably shaking and worrying that she'd be expelled when, in reality, her professors were just idiots.
Good Luck Getting That Out
This person made the mistake of dropping a can of tuna into the sink.
In a turn of misfortune, it fell directly into the drain where it's almost a perfect fit.
This Poor Person...
Going to the doctor and being prodded, tested, and scanned while wearing a backless gown is already a pretty awkward experience.
Imagine how much worse it would be if you had to be treated like a hippopotamus.
