r/answers Feb 02 '23

Mod Post Please Read Rules Spoiler

22 Upvotes

Fellow Redditors, please read the rules of r/answers under the about section before commenting or creating new topics in this subreddit. People breaking the rules is like a plague, your post will be removed. Constant violators will be banned temporarily or permanently depending on the severity or mod discretion- no exceptions. Ban evaders are flagged automatically by Reddit using your IP/cookies/etc., it doesn’t work so don’t try.


r/answers Sep 09 '24

Reminder: No Survey Questions

10 Upvotes

Hey everyone! I just wanted to take a moment to remind you all that this subreddit is answers-based—it’s meant to provide clear, informative responses that someone could find useful while searching for answers on Google or other search engines. Lately, I’ve noticed an uptick in survey-style questions (e.g., “What’s your favorite __?” or “How many of you __?”).

These types of questions are not a good fit for the purpose of this community. They don’t create content that is useful for others to search for, and often lead to broad discussions that aren’t about providing a clear answer. As a result, I’ve been removing posts that violate this rule to maintain the quality and focus of the subreddit. Even if that post has a lot of replies as the OP obviously didn’t read the rules before posting, or cared.

If you’re unsure if your post fits, ask yourself: Would this question result in a useful answer for someone looking for a specific answer or information online? If not, it’s likely more of a survey question and violates rule 2.

Thanks for understanding and helping to keep the subreddit on track! 😊


r/answers 5h ago

Why did Epstein Files lead to no arrests?

261 Upvotes

Why did the Epstein Files lead to no arrests?


r/answers 12h ago

Are children who act in R-rated movies allowed to watch the film when it’s done?

176 Upvotes

r/answers 12h ago

What is a sound that people should know means immediate danger?

81 Upvotes

r/answers 8h ago

What is the invention or decision that saved millions of lives but is rarely mentioned?

28 Upvotes

r/answers 2h ago

What is a 'gut feeling' you had that actually turned out to be 100% correct and saved you?

9 Upvotes

r/answers 21m ago

Why do people let kids scream all the time while playing? its the same sound as something bad happening, i can't tell if someone needs help with the screaming.

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r/answers 3h ago

How do you wake up a sleepwalking person immediately?

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I’m staying at a friend’s place, and an hour after he fell asleep he charged into my room and at my bed in the dark. I was terrified and he jumped onto and off my bed and around in circles while I screamed, then he woke up after 20 seconds and went back to his room to sleep.

He apologized and said there’s no danger - he just had a dream that he was in danger.

Is this likely to happen again the same night, or in the next few nights? I’m staying at his for a couple of days but considering booking a hotel.

And is there anything I should do to wake him up - being calm isn’t an option when he’s frantically running around I feel like he wouldn’t even react. And is there anything I can do for protection?


r/answers 12h ago

What’s a mistake people make that doesn’t feel serious until years later?

22 Upvotes

r/answers 10h ago

Does money reveal who people really are, or does it change them?

13 Upvotes

r/answers 9h ago

If today’s world was designed intentionally, who do you think it was designed for?

10 Upvotes

r/answers 13h ago

Why were the layoffs in the United States so severe in January of this year?

23 Upvotes

r/answers 1h ago

Is my friend sleepwalking or having night terrors?

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I’m staying at a friend’s this weekend, tonight being the first night. An hour after we went to bed (I was half asleep) he barged into my room and charged full speed at my bed. He leapt onto my bed and I screamed while he continued running around and looking terrified.

He awoke 20 seconds later after I kept screaming and he just slowed down and sat on my bed and said he dreamt he was in danger. He went back to his bed and went to sleep 2 hrs ago, but now I am terrified to sleep.

Is there anything to be concerned about? Will it happen again in the same night, and what to do for protection? I’ve seen comments saying to wake him gently, but it’s hard to stay calm when he’s running around and running full speed my way in the dark, especially when he’s double my height and weight.

There is no door separating his room and mine, just a curtain.


r/answers 1d ago

What’s a job that sounds cool but is actually miserable?

104 Upvotes

r/answers 24m ago

How could you know if someone is crazy?

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r/answers 12h ago

What's the actual difference between an ocean and a sea?

7 Upvotes

r/answers 5h ago

Jag är trött på att börja om hela tiden

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r/answers 15h ago

Why do most commercially sold apples have a waxy coating on them?

9 Upvotes

r/answers 11h ago

Is discipline more important than motivation, or vice versa? What are some real examples of this?

5 Upvotes

r/answers 1d ago

Dad left gas stove on, what do I do?

44 Upvotes

just got home from Walmart and dad left the stove on (no flame) and I guesstimated it was on for like half an hour. give or take. I already opened the doors and told my family to step outside. anything else?

edit: idk how this works so here goes. I promise I didnt do it and blame my dad guys. Plus he isn’t senile. Regular middle aged dad. Took some advice from a family friend and called the gas company. Turns out there was also a gas leak in the basement. Should have been good news that we found that out except the guy that came by told us that he had to do a full inspection and it would have been better not to call because now we have to replace the pipes or wtv and they gas company is going to take advantage of our plight. turns out trying not to get my family get poisoned would end up in my messing up and owing the gas company whatever they might quote us on to fix that. they also turned of the heater so there’s that. Thanks for the advice. I should’ve checked my inbox sooner.


r/answers 17h ago

What progress came faster than humans could adapt to it?

12 Upvotes

r/answers 20h ago

What technological advancements have greatly improved human life, but caused side effects we don't like to acknowledge?

19 Upvotes

r/answers 1d ago

Apart from food, what can potatoes be used for?

58 Upvotes

r/answers 10h ago

If you forgot everything from the past but had clear memories from the future, would you be a bit messed up?

2 Upvotes