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Gabija Palšytė

50 Typos So Bad You May Feel Like You’re Having A Stroke

In a time when autocorrect is supposed to be our trusty sidekick, it’s pretty wild how often our brains still manage to swap the right word for one that just sounds right but makes absolutely no sense. We’re talking about those hilariously relatable moments when someone uses a real word or phrase but mixes it up with another legit word or phrase that sounds similar. The result? A delightfully nonsensical mix-up that makes everyone do a double take.

Today, we’re dishing up a fresh batch straight from r/BoneAppleTea, where people proudly share these linguistic facepalms for all of us to enjoy. Think “escape goat” instead of “scapegoat,” or “for all intensive purposes” instead of “for all intents and purposes.” Get ready to laugh, cringe, and maybe discover you’ve been guilty of a few of these yourself.

#1 Corporate

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#2 Please Ejaculate!!

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#3 Salmon With Aspergers

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If you’ve ever made a spelling mistake on an exam and felt your soul leave your body for a second, you’re not alone. Seriously, who hasn’t written “definately” instead of “definitely” or mixed up “their,” “there,” and “they’re” when the clock is ticking? We’ve all been there, hunched over our paper, hoping no one notices. Typos happen, nerves happen, and English spelling loves to keep us humble.

But today’s hilarious examples aren’t just your typical spelling oopsies. We’re diving into the world of those accidental word swaps where your brain tricks you into picking a real word, just not the right one. It’s the moment you proudly write something, hit send, and then… oh no.

#4 My Chlamydia Is In Full Bloom

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#5 Dire Rear, Wrong But Still Somehow Right

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#6 Mister Meaner

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Back in school, we had teachers armed with red pens and a never-ending supply of patience to swoop in and save our essays from total disaster. They’d circle our mix-ups, scribble a note in the margin, and life would move on. But in the adult world? Well, your boss probably won’t find it adorable when you send an important pitch full of “flaws” instead of “flows.” Sometimes, those little errors can have a big impact, especially when autocorrect decides to play tricks.

#7 Tumor Rick

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#8 Ham Basket

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#9 Pet Eat

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To get a bit more insight into how we keep falling for these word mix-ups, we spoke to Rosemary Joseph, an English teacher who’s spent over a decade guiding 10th graders through the wild world of spelling and grammar in India. She chuckles, “Spelling mistakes? Everyone makes them. Kids, grown-ups, no one’s immune. It’s just part of learning.” And let’s face it, some mistakes make for the best stories later.

#10 Genesis Squash

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#11 Frank Incest

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#12 Sell My Nana Illness Is Going Around

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But Rosemary points out that there’s a twist when it comes to these word swaps. “It’s one thing to misspell ‘necessary’ or ‘embarrassment,’” she says, “but when you’re convinced you know what a word means and you really don’t? That can lead to all sorts of confusion.” She’s seen it happen in class essays, job applications, and even wedding invitations!

#13 Sorry For The Incontinence

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#14 Star Anus

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#15 Don’t Let Algebra Grow Anywhere…

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English is full of words that look alike, sound alike, but couldn’t be more different. Rosemary laughs, “No one expects you to memorize the whole dictionary, that’s impossible! But when you’re trying out a fancy new word in an important email or post, just give it a quick check first. It takes a minute and can save a lot of explaining later.” A simple habit can save you from a world of awkwardness.

#16 I'm Tired Of Walking On Egg Shelves

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#17 You Will Be Immediately Ejaculated

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#18 Cream Delay

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Rosemary has seen a big shift over the years: “These days, people rely so much on autocorrect that they often stop paying attention. They trust their phone to fix everything, but sometimes the phone just quietly changes your word to another real word and you don’t even notice. One moment you mean to say ‘public,’ and next thing you know, it’s ‘pubic.’ That one never ends well.”

#19 Do You Realize This Is Antisymmetric?

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#20 Condescending Tumble Dryer

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#21 Why Don’t Tattoo Places Just Euthanize Their Clients

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Her top advice? Always read through your work at least once, no matter how smart your phone or laptop claims to be. “Proofreading can be boring, I get it,” Rosemary admits, “but it’s a lifesaver. A quick glance can catch those sneaky mistakes before you end up explaining to your boss or teacher why your report suddenly says something completely different. It’s worth the extra minute.”

#22 Don Don

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#23 Please Use Your Tongue……

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#24 Our Server Nicely Boxed And Labeled Our To-Go Food. Here's Our Filet Minion

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Thankfully, if you’re smart about it, technology can be your best sidekick. “Use autocorrect and grammar apps but don’t let them think for you,” Rosemary says. “If an app flags something, pause and look it up. Treat it like a quick lesson instead of just clicking ‘accept change.’ The more you check, the more you learn. And the fewer awkward slip-ups you’ll have next time.”

#25 That's What I'd Call A Pho Pa

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#26 Ah Yes. An enchilada

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#27 Bubble Bee

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And at the end of the day, Rosemary says it’s all about keeping it light. “You’ll mess up, I’ll mess up, everyone does. Laugh it off, fix it, and move on. Language is tricky, but it’s fun too. So next time you mix up your words, just smile and say: ‘Well, that’s one more thing I won’t mess up twice!’ Now that’s the real definition of learning.”

These posts really show how these mix-ups can turn an ordinary sentence into something hilariously confusing. Have you ever come across a funny misspelling or heard someone swap words in a way that made you laugh out loud? Or maybe you’ve typed out a “professional” message, only to spot the embarrassing slip-up after hitting send? Tell us your best (or worst!) word blunders, we’d love to hear them!