10 Awkward Situations To Avoid Like The Plague

Always have a good exit strategy. For those times you find yourself in a hopeless situation, just remember that it could be worse. Maybe. See for yourself in The Wrong Mans by Hulu.

1. When you think it's a good idea to pry into your significant other's things, and get caught.

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This isn't what it looks like, I swear!

2. That time your parents come home a day early from their vacation.

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Hi, Mom. Hi, Dad. I guess you weren't on the party invite?

3. Having to break up two friends in an argument, all without taking sides.

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Maybe it's better just to let them figure it out, actually. Take the night off, do something fun.

4. Walking in on something you immediately regret.

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Yep, this means exactly what you think it does. So awkward!

5. Accidentally waving back at someone you thought was waving at you.

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Just stay cool... play it smooth... no one even noticed.

6. When you have to remind your friend that they owe you money... for the fourth time.

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Give an inch, they'll take a mile. And all your money too.

7. When a stranger touches your hand on the subway.

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Was it an accident, or was it intentional? How do you even deal with this?

8. Going to a party alone and not knowing anyone.

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Pro Tip: Don't force it (like this guy). Just leave and have the rest of the night to yourself!

9. Being a third wheel.

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Well, it's already awkward, might as well make it more awkward and start talking about the weather. Try it, see what happens.

10. Hitting "reply all" on the worst email possible.

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If there were ever a time to just pick up and move to Antarctica...