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Is asking people jokingly for weird and unusual items an effective way to prank in an elevator?

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Totally! don't ask for something inappropriate like a condom or anything like that, but you could definitely ask people if they have something unusual like, "Anybody here have a flute I can borrow?"

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Can you tell me what 80's song most annoys people?

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Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up.

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What if I know the people in the elevator?

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That can make it more funny! You'll probably feel more comfortable being over the top and silly with people you know. Keep it lighthearted, and don't be too mean. If your friends get annoyed or hostile, back off. You don't want to lose them over a joke.

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Are there any other ways to annoy people on the elevator other than being loud and pushing all of the buttons on the elevator?

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Yes. When entering the elevator say, "Hello, everyone!" Then, as the ride continues, adjust your clothing and maybe open a snack in a crinkly wrapper. Continue moving around the elevator until you or everyone else gets off. When you leave, exclaim, "It was nice meeting all of you and I'll miss you!"

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What if there is another prankster inside the elevator with me unintentionally?

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Try to go along with what they are doing, act like you're in on it, even though you probably aren't. That would annoy said prankster while they attempt to annoy the other passengers.

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What is I smile while I'm talking to my imaginary friend or reading aloud? I'm a smiley person and have trouble looking serious.

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That's perfectly fine. Some people will still be annoyed, and some people will probably laugh. Either way you'll get a reaction.

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Can I fake a bomb threat? That would totally annoy people.

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No. Bomb threats are very serious and it would not be a good idea to fake one, under any circumstances. You may be arrested.

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What if you start masturbating? Would this be a funny joke?

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No. Masturbating in public is very offensive and is often considered sexual assault. You could be arrested and convicted as a sex offender. Do not masturbate in public.

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What if people get angry?

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I doubt this could happen, but if you want to be sure you can try to do this with youth instead of the elderly, or just somebody who would find it humorous. If they do get angry, stop what you're doing immediately.

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Why would you want to make a complete fool out of yourself by doing this? What if someone not only has no sense of humor, but tries to kill you?

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Well, this seems extremely hypothetical and incredibly unlikely to happen. I mean, somebody killing you over a joke? They may become hostile, and that's your cue to back off.

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Could I do this at a hospital?

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You should not play elevator pranks at medical facilities as doing so could potentially affect the well being of patients.

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What's going too far when annoying people in elevators?

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Don't touch anyone. You could end up getting charged with assault. And if you see that people are getting really aggravated, stop whatever you're doing.

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Would constantly tapping something or chewing on a pen be annoying in an elevator?

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Yes, most people would find either of those things annoying, especially if the chewing is loud.

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What do I do if I have misophonia and someone is annoying me on an elevator?

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Explain the problem and politely ask them to stop what they're doing. If that's not an option, just do your best to tune them out. Take slow, deep breaths, and do something to distract yourself, like humming or singing a song in your head.

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