r/petpeeve • • Sep 24 '26

What’s the best response to a coworker who says "Must be nice to leave at 5"?

894 Upvotes

I work a standard 9 to 5. I do my job, finish my work, and log off on time.
I have a coworker who constantly stays until 7 PM, mostly because he spends half the morning watching YouTube and chatting, then panics at 4:30 PM.
Every time I shut my laptop at 5, he says out loud: "Must be nice to actually leave on time."
I usually just ignore it, but I’m tired of the passive-aggressive guilt trip. What’s a clean comeback that shuts him up without getting HR involved?


r/petpeeve • • Oct 16 '26

I hate when people park in the spot next to me when I intentionally parked far away from people.

786 Upvotes

I hate when I park far away from everyone in an almost empty parking lot and come back to someone parked right next to me. Like.. WHY?? I parked all the way over here for a reason!! I’m not trying to get dings in my doors. Sure, park NEAR me, idc. But idk why you’re parking all the way over here, making an effort to be away from people, but still parking right next to me.. It’s getting really annoying


r/petpeeve • • Sep 01 '26

"Your appointment is at 10:00, but we'd like you to be there at 9:45."

645 Upvotes

Well, then, genius, my appointment isn't at 10:00, is it? It's at 9:45.

Quit playing games and tell me what time you want me there, and I'll write that down as the time of the appointment.


r/petpeeve • • 21d ago

People who text 'Hey...' and wait for you to respond before saying what they actually want.

622 Upvotes

People who send "Hey" or "Can I ask you a question?" in a chat message and then wait for you to reply before typing out what they actually want.


r/petpeeve • • Sep 05 '26

Why do people speed up the moment you try to pass them, only to slow down again once you get behind them?

540 Upvotes

They drive 10mph below the speed limit for miles, but the second you try to safely overtake them, they treat it like a racing challenge and floor the gas. It is incredibly dangerous and petty.


r/petpeeve • • 27d ago

No headphones is not ok!

526 Upvotes

Admitted to the hospital and waiting for a small procedure. I am sharing a room and the lady beside me is watching some sort of cheesy Chinese drama very loudly.

I think it’s SO RUDE. Why does anyone sharing a space with a stranger think it’s ok to not use headphones!


r/petpeeve • • Sep 13 '26 Bravo

We have completely forgotten basic common courtesy

506 Upvotes

people really have lost the art of basic common courtesy & it genuinely bothers me 😭 Like I’m not asking anybody to be perfect, I understand people have shit going on, bad days, busy schedules, etc. BUT some things should not have to be explained..

If somebody did something for you, say thank you. If you made a mistake, say my bad. If somebody is waiting on you, COMMUNICATE. If you’re running late, say you’re running late. If you changed your mind, say that. If you don’t wanna do something, say no. Like??? Why are we making basic communication so difficult?

“Hey, I’m running 10 minutes late” takes literally 5 seconds to type. You don’t need to give me your life story 😂 Just have enough consideration to remember that peoples time exists too.
& that’s what gets me. People want grace, patience, understanding & consideration from everybody else but somehow can’t give the same energy back..

Then when you finally say something, suddenly YOU’RE difficult. No. I’m not difficult because I expect grown people to communicate. I’m not asking for perfection, I’m asking for BASIC DECENCY.

We’re Too grown to think “thank you,” “I’m sorry,” “excuse me,” or “I appreciate you” is beneath us.

PLEASE stop with the “that’s just how I am” excuse 😭 Okay… but maybe how you are is inconsiderate??

You can be busy & still communicate. You can be annoyed & still be respectful. You can say no without being rude. You can have boundaries without being an asshole. You can change your mind without wasting somebody else’s time.

Common courtesy costs NOTHING.

You don’t have to like everybody. You don’t have to be everybody’s friend. You don’t even have to agree with people. BUT you can still have enough respect for another human being to not make their life harder than it needs to be.

Like damn 😭 We’re all just trying to get through this shit. The LEAST we can do is have some manners & consider the people around us.

We’re too grown to lack basic manners.


r/petpeeve • • Oct 06 '26

People who use google AI summary as “proof”

434 Upvotes

I see this ALL THE TIME on social media posts now. The person in the video will make a claim and then put a screenshot of the AI summary as if that’s supposed to be real evidence. Like what?? You couldn’t even click on the first website?

ALSO, another thing: people who just use the AI summary to answer their question and completely trust it without thinking twice. I understand if you want to use the AI, but it’d also be nice if you checked one of the websites that show up, or the AI’s sources, to make sure the answer you’re getting is actually true. So much of the AI’s “sources” come from people’s subjective experience/opinions from Reddit discussions.


r/petpeeve • • Sep 30 '26

Quoting instead of bold/italicized/underlined/highlighted

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311 Upvotes

It gives sarcasm instead of emphasis


r/petpeeve • • Oct 10 '26

People that talk on speakerphone in public

306 Upvotes

Everyone hates you


r/petpeeve • • Oct 03 '26

People who stop in the middle of a crowded walkway

217 Upvotes

I genuinely don’t understand how some people can just stop walking in the middle of a busy hallway, grocery store, or sidewalk like they’re the main character in a movie.
And it’s even worse when they’re walking with a group and decide to have a full-blown conversation while blocking literally everyone behind them.
Like, I get it. You forgot something, you got a text, or you suddenly remembered something important. That’s fine. Just move to the side for five seconds. 😭
The worst part is when you try to walk around them and they somehow manage to move in the exact same direction as you.
It’s such a small thing, but it irritates me way more than it should.

EDIT: Bruh, how the hell did I already get banned? 🤣🤣


r/petpeeve • • Oct 08 '26

Women who hover and pee or crap all over a toilet seat

188 Upvotes

HOW do you not notice that you have left literal pee and/or crap on the toilet seat?! I assume it’s the ladies who hover because I do not understand the logistics otherwise.

I was at a conference yesterday and twice walked into the ladies room (single bathroom) to be met with a clean up situation before I could pee.


r/petpeeve • • 27d ago

When people act like your basic flavor preferences are a moral statement.

186 Upvotes

I don’t like onions, I don’t like mustard, I don’t like sea food… so often when this comes up people practically gasp and say ‘omg you don’t like mustard?? Why? it’s delicious’ and there are at least 4 orther follow up questions.

Like… I’m sure it is delicious - if you like the way it tastes….

I don’t get to choose which foods taste good to me and which taste bad. If I could enjoy all the food I would certainly choose that. Can you leave me the F alone and stop interrogating me about a simple flavor preferences that I cannot do a single thing about??


r/petpeeve • • Sep 15 '26

No privacy in resort bathrooms!!

170 Upvotes

My husband and I are on our honeymoon at an all inclusive resort in Mexico. Please tell me why the toilets at these places never have any sound proofing or privacy??? These rooms are supposed to be romantic and sexy, but you can hear every single fart loud and clear from across the damn room. It’s always the fucking barn doors or glass doors with no privacy whatsoever. I don’t particularly want my husband hearing me blow up the bathroom 😭 and I know it’s a normal bodily function but I don’t enjoy hearing it either.


r/petpeeve • • Sep 22 '26

“should of” instead of “should’ve”

161 Upvotes

It is NOT “should of.” It’s should’ve/should have. This one drives me absolutely bonkers. If you speak English and use this phrase, you should be ashamed 🤣
jk but pls review your grammar kids


r/petpeeve • • Sep 05 '26 Mindblown

Why do people feel the need to speakerphone their private conversations in public spaces?

158 Upvotes

I am sitting at a cafe trying to read, and I am forced to listen to your aunt complain about her medical issues or your drama with your ex. Nobody wants to hear both sides of your conversation. Buy headphones or hold the phone to your ear.


r/petpeeve • • Sep 05 '26

what goes through a neighbor's mind when they let their dog bark non-stop outside for hours?

136 Upvotes

I love dogs, but leaving your pet in the backyard to bark at a fence or a leaf from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM is insane. How do the owners tune that noise out inside their own house? Some of us work night shifts, have newborn babies, or just want some peace in our own homes. It’s pure laziness and a complete lack of consideration for the community


r/petpeeve • • Sep 10 '26

Why do people quit walking in doorways and grocery store aisles and block the way for other people then behave like they expect you to wait for them?

135 Upvotes

No I won't wait for you. MOVE!


r/petpeeve • • Sep 24 '26

People who play videos on full volume on public transit or in waiting rooms without headphones

133 Upvotes

I don’t understand how people walk into a quiet waiting room, bus, or train, pull out their phone, and start watching TikToks or Instagram Reels on full volume with zero self-awareness.
Nobody wants to hear random 5-second audio clips, obnoxious laugh tracks, or someone else’s phone conversation. Headphones exist. If you forgot them, just scroll on mute like a normal person. It drives me insane how comfortable people have gotten just blasting their phone speakers in shared public spaces.


r/petpeeve • • Sep 10 '26

What’s a totally harmless thing someone can do that instantly makes you think, “Yep, this person’s gonna be annoying.”?

132 Upvotes

r/petpeeve • • 21d ago

People who go in public knowingly sick!

127 Upvotes

The title pretty much says it all. What is it with sick people have disregard for the general publics wellbeing? It's seriously disgusting and I am starting to find people like this to be some of the worst humans on the planet.

Let me clarify by saying I am not talking work, that is different. I understand most people CANNOT afford to miss work or take off. This is strictly directed at people who knowing are sick going into public social settings for fun and or for things that can clearly be put off until they are better or use modern technology to overcome such as dashing for groceries...

For the better part of a year I have been healthy and not even a cough or scratchy throat. Then against my better judgement I decided to go to friends Halloween party and boom 3 days later I am as sick as sick can be. Come to find out not only did an activity sick person go but a whole group of this person's coworkers came and they were all sick too. Like what the fuck goes through people's heads are they that up to drink and party in bullshit costumes they just disregard everyone else? It's ridiculous imo and I ended up reaching out to the host who not only knew these people were sick and didn't uninvite them but actively encouraged them to bring more friends there. Now I am contemplating cutting this friend off because I think that's just crazy behavior.

This is why everyone gets sick especially this time of year, because idiots can not sit one fucking party out and it's seriously one giant petpeeve!


r/petpeeve • • Sep 03 '26

What is a small, insignificant thing that instantly ruins your day?

112 Upvotes

For me, it’s when my socks slide down inside my shoes while I'm walking, or when I drop my toothbrush right after putting toothpaste on it. It’s nothing serious, but it just mildly annoys me.


r/petpeeve • • Oct 03 '26

What’s a tiny, unwritten rule of society that people seem to be forgetting lately?

111 Upvotes

I’m not talking about major stuff - just those subtle social etiquettes. Like taking phone calls on speakerphone in public, walking four people wide on a narrow sidewalk, or playing audio out loud on public transport without headphones.

What’s one small habit you’ve noticed more people ignoring recently that instantly annoys you?


r/petpeeve • • Oct 08 '26

People who chew with your mouths open: why?…

99 Upvotes

Genuine question btw, I want to know if it’s an unconscious or conscious action. I’m one of the people who can’t stand that especially on grown ups. I never say anything because at the end of the day you do you, I know you’re not doing it on purpose to piss me off lol so enjoy your food by all means. But I am legit curious… why?


r/petpeeve • • Oct 08 '26

People who use their strollers as a means to bogart their way through a crowd

94 Upvotes

Do these people want their baby to get hurt? A lady rammed me with her stroller and I almost fell on top of the baby. I weigh about 100lbs more than the baby and had I not been able to stop my fall, I might have crushed the baby.

She was unmoved by the event and just kept going.