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How One Nurse Taught Her Parking-Obsessed Neighbor a $300 Lesson in Driveway Etiquette

Picture this: It’s late at night, you’ve just finished a grueling 12-hour shift saving lives, your feet ache, your stomach is rumbling, and all you can think about is that precious takeout waiting in your passenger seat. You turn onto your peaceful cul-de-sac, only to find your driveway—your sanctuary—commandeered by a hulking white SUV that isn’t yours. That delicious dinner just got served cold with a side of frustration.

For one Redditor (u/Gotenks972), this wasn’t a one-off annoyance—it was the final straw in an ongoing saga of neighborly disrespect. And when push came to shove (or, should we say, tow), she delivered a masterclass in petty revenge that cost her neighbor $300 and guaranteed her the last laugh.

Pizza, Payback, and Petty Revenge: How One Breakup Fueled a Deliciously Devious Feud

Breaking up is rarely fun. Sometimes it’s a teary, mutual parting. Sometimes you quietly block each other and move on. And sometimes, just sometimes, it’s a full-blown, scorched-earth disaster—complete with public outbursts, restraining orders, and the kind of pettiness that could inspire a Greek tragedy… or a pizza-fueled Reddit legend.

Today’s story, straight from the hallowed halls of r/PettyRevenge, serves up a piping-hot slice of catharsis for anyone who’s ever had their heart trampled—and wallet raided—by a truly terrible ex. If you’ve ever dreamed of a little payback (with extra cheese), you’re in for a treat.

When “Just Do Your Job” Backfires: A Satisfying Tale of Factory Floor Malicious Compliance

If you’ve ever been micromanaged by a boss who seems to delight in wielding their sliver of power, you know the unique frustration of being blocked from just… helping out. But what happens when you follow their orders to the letter, and their petty rules end up biting them right back? Enter one of Reddit’s finest tales of Malicious Compliance, where “just making boxes” turned into a masterclass in outsmarting small-minded management.

Picture it: a sweltering factory, an overworked crew, and one line boss determined to keep things just the way she likes them. Our hero, u/ContributionShort562, is young, strong, and fast—too fast, in fact, for the pace of the assembly line. Instead of twiddling his thumbs, he tries to help his coworkers, some of whom are fainting from the heat. But the boss isn’t having it. She orders him to stick to his one job: making boxes. So, he does. And what happens next is a thing of beauty.

How a Windshield Washer Became the Ultimate Weapon in Petty Road Revenge

If you’ve ever spent any time behind the wheel, you know the universal truth: the road brings out the very best—and worst—in all of us. From blinker-less lane changes to the mysterious art of driving exactly 10 miles under the speed limit, every day is an adventure. But sometimes, just sometimes, the universe gives you a chance to serve up a little poetic justice. And on one fateful drive, Reddit user u/Percy-id took that chance—and sprayed it right in the face of an unsuspecting "dominguero."

Cigarettes, Cagoles & Car Chaos: How One Student Served Up the Ultimate Petty Revenge in a French Parking Garage

We’ve all been there: running late, nerves frazzled, and fate decides to throw one more obstacle in our path. For Redditor u/SureTisGrand, that obstacle came in the form of a black Nissan X-Trail and its audacious driver—a true “Cagole” straight out of the south of France. What started as a routine parking frustration quickly escalated into a masterclass in petty revenge, complete with deflated tires, a police ticket, and, yes, a potato where no potato should ever be.

Pull up a chair, grab your croissant (or popcorn), and let’s dive into a saga that proves karma sometimes needs a nudge… and a side of creative produce.

Sweet, Sweaty Justice: How a Store Phone Became the Ultimate Weapon Against a High School Bully

High school can feel like a never-ending episode of a teen drama—complete with cliques, betrayals, and more than a few mean girls. For many of us, the pain of a friendship turned sour lingers well beyond graduation, simmering quietly in the background of our adult lives. But sometimes, life serves up the perfect opportunity for a little poetic, oh-so-petty justice.

That’s exactly what happened to Reddit user u/Maleficent-Figure141, who shared their delightfully satisfying story on r/PettyRevenge. It’s a tale of betrayal, resilience, and a deliciously simple act of retribution that’s as relatable as it is entertaining.

How One Engineer Turned a “No Fridays Off” Rule Into the Ultimate Midweek Vacation Power Move

Picture this: you’ve racked up ten days of overtime, and your company graciously lets you convert those hours into vacation days. You’re dreaming of extended holidays, maybe some extra-long weekends, or even a two-week escape from the grind. But just as you’re about to submit your request, your boss drops a bombshell: “You can’t take them all at once… and absolutely no Fridays.”

Cue the record scratch and the mental gears turning. What would you do? For one clever commissioning engineer, the answer was a masterclass in “malicious compliance”—following the rules to the letter, but not quite the spirit.

Why You Should Always Lock Your Computer: A Cautionary Tale of Malicious Compliance in IT Security

Picture this: You’re the new hire on a seasoned IT security team. You’re eager, maybe a bit cocky, and you think some rules are just plain silly. Locking your computer every time you step away? Pfft—overkill, right? After all, who’s going to be snooping on your unlocked workstation for those “two seconds” you’re gone?

Enter the world of office security culture—a place where pranks are lessons, and lessons are pranks. But what happens when the new guy refuses to play along? Spoiler alert: He learns that in security, if you don’t want to be “shamed,” you might just get burned.