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Sliding into someone's DMs is always a risky move because no one likes rejection. However, if you're trying to pursue a potential love interest, there is a subtle art to successful flirting that you need to follow to win over the subject of your affection. The rules of this 'game' include, but are not limited to, not being aggressive, creepy, or coming across as a total lunatic. It's a tricky balance to find, but most people manage it pretty well. We say most because some people fail so epically at flirting that they deserve to be made fun of. Check out these cringeworthy attempts at flirting from people who slid into their crush's DMs, and you'll see what we mean. It seems like love isn't meant for everyone.

Flirting is an art form that some are more skilled at than others. Trying to win over the affection of someone you're attracted to isn't always easy, especially when your crush is playing hard to get. The fine line between showing your interest and coming across as desperate can be tough to master, but once you get it, it's smooth sailing. Unfortunately, some people never find that balance and step over the line into the 'desperate' category. These people are perfect examples of what happens when you let your desperation and entitlement get the better of you and push away the person you are trying to attract. Enjoy cringing through these sad attempts at flirting and learn from their mistakes on how not to flirt, 101.

We all know that weddings are about love and romance, but an underrated aspect of the celebrations is the embarrassing drama that can unfold during speeches. If you've ever heard a cringy or awkward speech, either from the best man, father of the bride, or maybe even from a Bridezilla herself, then you'll feel the pain of these people who share the worst examples of wedding speeches they ever witnessed. We don't know who to feel more sorry for; the bride and groom or the guests who had to see these sh*t shows! 

People often get saccharine-sweet when they're in relationships, coming up with ridiculous nicknames and pet names that wouldn't be appropriate in any other mindset. A Redditor started a thread about nicknames that exes used to call their previous significant others, and the responses range from actually cute to totally cringe. Has an ex called you something even more embarrassing than what's listed below? Let us know in the comments. 

Dating can be a nerve-wracking, exhausting experience for all the singles out there, but generally, if a first date doesn't go well, people just part ways and move on. But there are certain dates that stay in people's memories that they just can't erase because the dates were so terrible/weird/creepy/all of the above. A Redditor started a thread about the worst first dates people have been on, and things get real weird real quick. Have any of your own first dates been as weird as the ones below? Let us know in the comments. 

One night stands are nothing to be ashamed of. It's a totally natural part of life, and as long as we're all being safe and honest, there's no reason to give a sh** what anyone else thinks. That being said, they can really be cringy sometimes. That awkwardness usually begins the moment you finish, and then it's just like... What now? Well, if any of this seems relatable, or at least entertaining, maybe you will enjoy these thirteen bizarre one-night stand stories that some brave people shared on Reddit.

There is an art to sliding into a person's DMs— a skill set that not everyone has. The basic premise is to be polite, throw in a subtle compliment, and not be a total creep. Unfortunately, some people missed the memo and went from zero to a hundred on the inappropriate scale instead, resulting in these hilariously cringy attempts at flirting. I bet they wish they'd unsend these messages if they could. 

The Oscars are one of the most highly anticipated award shows of the year. It could be because of the amazing performances, the beautiful dresses, the exhilarating award announcements... or maybe we're all just hoping something goes terribly wrong again. It seems that so often there is a hilarious mishap, they may be embarrassing, but boy are they entertaining. Here are some of the most iconic ones.

Weddings are truly joyous occasions, but they are also notorious for being drama-prone events. Of course, everyone wants their wedding to go smoothly, without a hitch, and to be a day they remember for all the right reasons. But when emotions, budgets, and alcohol consumption is high, bridezillas and groomzillas (is that a thing?) come out to play. When that happens, you can almost guarantee there will be drama and tears, leaving the guests remembering the wedding for all the wrong reasons. Redditors revealed the cringiest things they ever saw a bride and groom do for their wedding, and by the sounds of it, the divorce bells will be ringing louder than the wedding ones.

It just feels fitting that during International Women's Month we honor the women who have had to sit through cringy mansplaining experiences. I don't know how they do it. Oh, wait, just kidding I do, because I'm a woman too, and I'm well aware that we get mansplained to nearly every day of our lives. One way to get through it (besides reminding yourself that mansplainers are trash), is to share the experience on Twitter. A safe space, where women can roast men free-ly, and then they get butt-hurt, and we literally couldn't care less.

I wonder who started high school reunions. Is the purpose of them just so people can show off how successful they are? Is it a chance for the kids to show that they've glowed up? What happens if you didn't? It could be really fun I suppose. I bet there are a lot of throwback songs and reignited love triangles. Who doesn't love a little drama in a school gym?

Rejection in life is unavoidable. Unfortunately, one cannot simply reject rejection, though wouldn't that be nice? Rejection builds character. It teaches you about yourself, as well as the people around you, and it pushes you to fight harder for the things you want. See? It isn't all bad. But it sure can be humiliating. Sometimes unbearable... but like I said, totally normal!

What would life be like if our family didn't occasionally put us down. Checking in on someones weight, especially when they don't ask, is a part of showing you love someone right? Eh... I could live without it personally. But at least a have nosy family member is something most of us can relate to. If you can't think of someone, I'm sorry to say it's probably you. 

Dating is a huge risk. Especially with all of these dating apps, you never know who you're about to share a meal with. They could be rude with the waiter, or even worse, flirt with them. Sometimes the date ends up being more than just awkward, and you realize its not going anywhere good. In such cases you're left with very few choices, and staying there is just not in the cards.

As a waiter, you get an intimate view of a lot of different relationships. You might witness a proposal, a birthday, a big new job announcement, the options are limitless. It's a beautiful thing, to be able to partake in so many joyful occasions. However, waiters don't get to pick and choose, they're there for the good stuff as well as everything else. At least they get paid.

Whether you like it or not, there is proper texting etiquette. You don't need to use periods or capital letters, nothing fancy like that. But you shouldn't send 8 messages in a row, especially unsolicited. No need for incessant amounts of emojis or lol's. The more succinct the better. It might seem complicated, but to every art, there is a technique. Lol. But seriously, not everyone understands how to text like a regular person and it really shows.