These phrases may have sounded like a compliment to some unsuspecting souls a while ago. But it’s 2019 and no, adding “for a girl” after a compliment is not flattering whatsoever. If you’re still confused about what’s an acceptable way to commend women, here’s a handy guide on ‘compliments’ that are absolutely not compliments.
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So, being like other girls is a bad thing?
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You’re just giving me more reasons to be angry.
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And you talk like an idiot.
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Am I supposed to tattoo it on my forehead?
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You’d sound nicer if you lost your voice.
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I wish we could treat this as a joke.
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They’re comfortable.
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I made a life. Doesn’t mean I can’t have a life.
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Nope. Still a girl.
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You’d look even better if you disappeared.
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I like how you can tell me I should be a certain way and not another.
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Think before you speak.