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“What Rare Phobia Do You Have?”: 76 Weird Fears That Sound Fake But Aren’t

Summary by BoredPanda
There’s nothing embarrassing about being scared. Fear is a core part of being a human being, and it protects you from potential risks. That being said, some fears are irrational and make your daily life much harder than it should be. If you’re frightened by butterflies, party balloons, flags, and cotton wool, it’s going to raise some eyebrows if you mention it aloud.In a fascinating thread on AskReddit, netizens spilled the beans about the rares…

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BoredPanda broke the news in Boston, United States on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
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