28 Extremely Subtle And Deeply Embarrassing Things Every Single Millennial Does That INSTANTLY Gives Away Their Age

by · BuzzFeed

Posted on Nov 11, 2026 UTC

Everyone thinks the things they do are completely normal. But as time marches on and we inch closer to eternity, I have some news: the little habits you’ve picked up give away your age and make it obvious you’re a millennial. I’m sorry to tell you, but it’s extremely obvious you’re a millennial if you...

1. Leave voicemails like this:

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2. Default to peace signs when taking pictures:

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3. Carry a wallet:

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4. Make the very important distinction between BIG screen and SMALL screen for purchases:

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5. I mean, seriously:

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6. Always wait a few seconds:

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7. Never let it ring:

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8. Always say this:

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9. Drop a GIF every chance you get:

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10. Liberally use the word DUDE:

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11. Only speak in movie quotes:

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12. Keep all the "expensive boxes" just in case:

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13. Give everyone the Dude Where's My Car special:

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14. End every single sentence in LOL:

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15. Talk about the ancient medium of "music video":

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16. Drop a little cursive from time to time:

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17. Carry around a water bottle like it's your first born:

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18. Still wear this kind of socks:

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19. Fake phone calls like this:

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20. Never, ever answer the phone:

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21. Write down things constantly:

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22. Mention the word "click":

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23. Show off that denim from time to time:

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24. Sport this millennial fashion trend:

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25. Need to turn the TV off COMPLETELY:

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26. Never give up those nice boxes:

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27. Still say this:

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28. Have the GALL to use a period:

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Couldn't be me

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