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Tell Us Which "Normal" Coworker Things Are Actually Toxic

"We're just like family here" = red flag.

You've probably read awful coworker stories before — but maybe you think there are signs that a coworker is toxic that people rarely talk about.

So, tell me: According to you, what are some "normal" coworker things that are actually toxic?

A group of nurse coworkers have a conversation together

Like, maybe if you have a new job, you think a coworker complaining to you about the company on your ~first day~ is not OK at all.

Perhaps you're down to help when it comes to your job, but if a coworker constantly asks you to cover their shift, you think that's crossing boundaries.

A barista prepares a latte at a coffee shop

Or maybe you're all for having work buddies, but coworkers who push for being "just like family" is a huge no-no for you — and you have a horror story to prove it.

Two engineer smiling while talking at the shipyard

Whatever it is, we want to hear it! In the comments below, tell us which "normal" coworker things are actually toxic — and why — for a chance to be featured in an upcoming BuzzFeed Community post!