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Waiting can be excruciating, especially when you desperately want something to happen — sooner. Whether stuck in a long line, checking your inbox for an important message, waiting for a sign from the heavens, or counting down the minutes until the weekend, the feeling of time dragging by is sometimes unbearable.
But don’t let boredom get the best of you. We at Bored Panda like to embrace the moment with funny, relatable memes that capture the absurdity of the everyday wait.
Our “waiting meme” collection has some of the funniest and spot-on depictions of what it’s like to be stuck on lingering. When we say these memes capture the frustration, restlessness, and hopelessness that comes with the wait — we mean it. So, instead of longingly staring at the clock, scroll through this list, and don't forget to tag a friend who also might be stuck waiting.
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All Pets Go to Heaven
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This literally made me cry
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Boss In Waiting Mode
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#3
“Change My Mind”
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A study by the Royal Economic Society 2014 found that individuals who display impatience and endure longer wait times are more likely to experience weight gain (1). When individuals react negatively to time inconsistencies or delays, they may be more likely to make less optimal choices about their diet. This stress could potentially lead to undesired fluctuations in their BMI. The research findings emphasize the importance of waiting patiently and approaching the situation with composure.Impatience Could Be Affecting Your Waistline, According to Research
#4
After Pushing the Wrong Button
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devotedtodreams devotedtodreams Community Member Follow
Me when I press "Shut down" instead of "Hibernate" and have to boot it up again XD
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#5
“Since Last Millennium”
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Pyla Pyla Community Member Follow
Wonder what will be left.
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While it seems like we have been waiting in line for as long as we can remember, historically, we haven’t. In fact, the most exhaustive English dictionary, 1775, didn’t even have a word for standing in line, writes Shaunacy Ferris for Mental Floss in 2016 (2). ADVERTIsem*nT In 1837, French revolutionary Thomas Carlyle described the revolutionaries as a “long string of purchasers arranged in a tail, so that first to come be the first served.” In 1854, an American traveler chronicled his experience of “the queue,” which he observed while traveling through France, describing it as a novel concept. When Industrialization finally arrived, lining up became commonplace as people piled to work, went on their daily commute, and bought their wares.The Surprising History of Waiting in Line
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“Still Loading”
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Mike F Mike F Community Member Follow
Or updating...
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#7
“When You’ve Finished the Series”
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Danielle Danielle Community Member Follow
Time to watch Schitts Creek again I guess
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If you are in a tizzy every time the world isn’t moving at your ideal pace, it may be an excellent time to start being proactive about your waiting time. After all, little annoyances will always get in the way, so making the necessary adjustments to bide your time is a wise move. Thankfully, patience is a muscle we can develop, according to Ramona Ford, PhD (Cleveland Clinic, 2024) (3). “It’s kind of like dancing. Everyone can improve with practice,” Ford says inspiringly. Waiting is challenging because cultural shifts have primed us to expect instant gratification. Fortunately, you can manage it through mindfulness by slowly building your tolerance for discomfort via listening and empathy. It may take time to master the perspective of patience, but it’s surely worth the wait. ADVERTIsem*nTPractical Strategies for a More Peaceful Life
#8
The Look of The Excruciating Wait
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Waiting for an Apology
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Mike F Mike F Community Member Follow
Just switch the hair to red.
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#10
A Lesson in Patience
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And zero years of security updates left. Gets hacked, lose all savings and the house.
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#11
“Wake Me Up When You're Done”
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Pyla Pyla Community Member Follow
I only WISH I had a blanket.
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#12
Waiting for Productivity to Arrive
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Raquel Mencke Raquel Mencke Community Member Follow
Friday's too
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#13
The Hidden Dangers of Facebook Marketplace
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#14
“Your Order Has Been Shipped”
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Pyla Pyla Community Member Follow
Pupvoting for the pug and the little staircase!
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“The Hardest Part”
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UncleJohn3000 UncleJohn3000 Community Member Follow
While there is some waiting, passing spicy food is the hardest part.
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#16
Sitting Pretty
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“Still No Season Four on the Horizon”
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Pyla Pyla Community Member Follow
"why is that guy now got a 12 inch beard the next day?"
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#18
Overwhelmed Little Man
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Pyla Pyla Community Member Follow
That is a great image.
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#19
That Long-Awaited Cuddle
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“What Happens in the Meantime”
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Pyla Pyla Community Member Follow
true, true
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1. Charles Courtemanche, Garth Heutel, and Patrick McAlvanah. “Impatience, Incentives, and Obesity.” Royal Economic Society, 2014. | https://bpb-us-w2.wpmucdn.com/sites.gsu.edu/dist/f/528/files/2014/06/ecoj12124-utphys.pdf 2. Shaunacy Ferris. “12 Impatient Facts About Waiting in Line.” Mental Floss, July 5, 2016. | https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/national-park-availability-alerts 3. Cleveland Clinic. “How To Be Patient: 6 Strategies To Help You Keep Your Cool.” Cleveland Clinic, June 5, 2024. | https://health.clevelandclinic.org/how-to-be-patientReferences
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Hello, I’m Zo! I’ve been weaving words for over two decades and am now a writer at Bored Panda. I’m a culture sleuth and usually write from a curious cat’s POV. Although I’ve been a storyteller for both corporate and media for more than two decades, I always return to writing about lifestyle, travel, and culture — they say you never forget your first love. When I’m not writing or planning campaigns, you can find me working on my tan, imagining what drives various cultural phenomena, and scaring myself with true crime documentaries.
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Hello, I’m Zo! I’ve been weaving words for over two decades and am now a writer at Bored Panda. I’m a culture sleuth and usually write from a curious cat’s POV. Although I’ve been a storyteller for both corporate and media for more than two decades, I always return to writing about lifestyle, travel, and culture — they say you never forget your first love. When I’m not writing or planning campaigns, you can find me working on my tan, imagining what drives various cultural phenomena, and scaring myself with true crime documentaries.
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Multa Nocte Multa Nocte Community Member Follow
References - too cool!
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Mike F Mike F Community Member Follow
Instant gratification, baby!
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References - too cool!
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Instant gratification, baby!
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