There’s no doubt that instant messaging has changed our lives for the better. Being able to contact friends and family with the touch of a button and get a response within minutes saves so much time. But sometimes, the convenience of quick messaging backfires.

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From accidentally texting your date instead of your friend to total misunderstandings, texting can create hilarious situations. These texts will have you cringing from secondhand embarrassment.
I’m a Cool Mom
It doesn't matter how big and independent you get, your mom will always worry about you. It might be annoying as a teen, but it gets quite endearing as you get older.

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Once this mom realized that her kid was safe, she started to diffuse the atmosphere by dropping quotes from everybody’s favorite teen vampire movie. The timing was perfect.
Tinder Talk
Dating apps are rough, and looking for your diamond among them isn’t easy. That’s why you have to be creative in order to stand out from the crowd on these kinds of apps.

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If all else fails, you could always try bursting out into song mid-conversation and see how far that gets you with your crush. It’s definitely worth a try.
Doggone It!
While they’re often seen as better for communication, in-person conversations aren’t without their misunderstandings. Words can be misinterpreted and misheard, leading to some complicated situations. Sometimes it’s a lot easier to understand something once you've seen it written down.

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While this person must have felt so awkward shouting death row in a dog park, we can’t help but laugh when we imagine it!
Sharing is Caring
Food plays a massive role in almost every culture. It’s a way to bond with people from different backgrounds and share experiences. But usually, the sharing of food is agreed upon first.

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We can't even imagine getting this message from our takeout delivery person, especially while on an empty stomach. Maybe next time they'll ask for a bite before just taking one.
Backfiring Trick
It’s sometimes oddly satisfying to watch somebody mess up when they were just about to do something wrong or hurtful. It’s as though karma is waiting just around the corner to make their move.

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We’re assuming that the magic trick in question was probably the disappearing act. Maybe next time they want to break up with somebody they’ll do it face to face.
Make Your Move
Back in the day, a breakup was done face to face. But today, people feel the need to hide behind computer screens, letting technology do all their dirty work.

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While Adele warned us that love is a game, clearly we didn’t heed her words. What kind of way is this to break up with somebody? This sure is a bold move.