xkcd #3319: Elevators

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"A reusable elevator would also be great because we'd save so much on the bulky and expensive shields that people currently use to avoid bruises and rug burns when sliding down the stairs."

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Source: https://xkcd.com/3319/

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"A reusable elevator would also be great because we'd save so much on the bulky and expensive shields that people currently use to avoid bruises and rug burns when sliding down the stairs."
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[–] 23 points 1 week ago (3 children)

Wow, this really feels like a metaphor for the state of the world

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  • [–] 23 points 1 week ago* (2 children)

    It's such a waste. Can you believe we used to burn up our fuel in cars instead of just having reusable and recyclable batteries?

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