Tried Their Best (And That’s Generous): 40 Attempts Gone Wrong

Sometimes, all you can really do is applaud the effort… even if the end result looks like it was guided by a blindfolded raccoon with questionable judgment. Welcome to “Tried Their Best (And That’s Generous): 40 Attempts Gone Wrong”—a collection of glorious misfires, head-scratching design choices, and valiant efforts that somehow missed every mark they aimed for.

Whether it’s a sign that makes absolutely no sense, a cake that looks like it melted straight out of your nightmares, or a “fix” that makes the original problem even worse, these photos are proof that effort doesn’t always equal success. And honestly? That’s what makes them so entertaining. They’re not total disasters, but they’re certainly not wins either. They live in that perfect middle ground of “What were they thinking?” and “Well… they did try.”

So, buckle up and get ready for a bumpy ride through human ambition at its most unintentionally hilarious. Because in a world that demands perfection, sometimes it’s comforting to see that trying your best—no matter how questionable the outcome—is still worth celebrating. Let’s laugh, cringe, and appreciate the beauty of just barely trying.

#1 to make america great again

Source: andreadecrash

#2 To be a Gamer and avoid politics

Source: vovalucky

#3 To enjoy a $75 beer

Source: Jarppakarppa

#4 By Elon Musk to Say Workers and Executives are Equal

Source: TheRealRosey

#5 …to let the public decide the name of a school.

Source: BaronVonBroccoli

#6 To have a drink at lunch.

Source: bbrown987654

#7 to teach kids some math

Source: sco-go

#8 to teach kids some math

Source: Revolutionary_Town21

#9 To dress up like a matrix character….

Source: Reddit user

#10 To pose with your bowl of ramen at an Asian restaurant.

Source: Gelato_33

#11 To make a cute panorama picture

Source: Reddit user

#12 to claim that only one gender has to consent while drunk, and the other one is a rapist. How do you feel about this?

Source: Reddit user

#13 To locate a man with a cannabis farm in his attic

Source: Orri

#14 To get a good pic of his appearance at a school assembly

Source: DiosMioMan63

#15 to ignore basic bodily nutrition

Source: Weird_Ad_7353

#16 To support the “Canada First” rally.

Source: CowboyTrout

#17 To cross the border and sell cocaine

Source: Exalted_Bin_Chicken

#18 to make Vin Diesel and The Rock look the same size

Source: cosmicwonderful

#19 To eat a mozzarella stick

Source: Cheesecakesimulator

#20 To fly to New York

Source: bostero2

#21 There was a attempt to steal a joke

Source: hunterdude3

#22 To Present a Political Opinion

Source: He-She-We_Wumbo

#23 To protect you from cancer!

Source: SnooDoughnuts8764

#24 To prove how unfashionable these jeans were.

Source: hootersbutwithcats

#25 To champion “Straight Pride”

Source: txhrow1

#26 To make a baked potato

Source: proudLateran34

#27 To have nice and fun hallowen decoration

Source: domiinikk4

#28 to hide

Source: KretroK

#29 To take away car privileges…

Source: yellayahmar

#30 To make a pun

Source: Reddit user

#31 to save the teens

Source: maxrip

#32 To market her oils

Source: Reddit user

#33 To keep it hidden

Source: im_the_idiot

#34 To make a serious ad campaign

Source: KarlSuur33

#35 To explain who Barack Obama is

Source: Reddit user

#36 To have a smart shower thought

Source: ARK_133

#37 To diss myspace

Source: MonsieurCellophane

#38 to tell the truth

Source: StuartGT

#39 To save money by DOGE

Source: Public-Marionberry33

#40 to be a pro MAGA Cuban

Source: to be a pro MAGA Cuban

And there you have it—40 prime examples of effort that really almost counted. From DIY disasters to design choices that make you question reality, each one of these attempts reminds us that perfection is overrated—and occasionally hilarious. Sure, not everything on this list was a success, but each try came with its own brand of chaotic charm.

At the end of the day, we’ve all had our “oops” moments, our “good enough” solutions, and our “nobody’s going to notice” shortcuts. These posts just happened to get caught in the wild, immortalized forever for our collective amusement. So the next time you fail spectacularly at something, remember: you’re not alone—and you might just be one badly executed idea away from internet fame.

Thanks for scrolling, cringing, and laughing along the way. Keep trying out there—just maybe double-check your work next time. Or don’t. Honestly, we could use the content.

The author experience:

Minh Kyler has nearly 21 years of experience in journalism, specializing in economic and financial investigations.

He has spent over a decade researching global economic trends, the impact of financial policies, and major financial scandals.

Minh has built a network of over 60 economists, investors, and financial reporters to provide in-depth and reliable information.

He has worked at top financial publications, contributing to detailed market analyses that help businesses and investors make informed decisions.

With a strong foundation and sharp analytical skills, Minh is recognized as a leading financial journalist, playing a key role in delivering accurate financial information to the public.

Workstyle: Logical, sharp, data-driven.

Approach: Uses financial data to make assessments, leveraging statistics and analytical models to provide market forecasts.

Educational Background

2008 – 2012: Bachelor’s in Economic Journalism, Vanderbilt University

2013 – 2015: Master’s in Economic and Financial Journalism, Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania

2016 – 2017: Certificate in Data Journalism and Financial Investigations, Harvard University

Minh Kyler is a top expert in financial and economic journalism, with a strong background in market analysis and global economic trends.

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Analyzed over 500 companies and financial reports, providing valuable insights for investors and businesses.

Accurately predicted market trends, helping Financial Times readers achieve higher investment returns.

Awarded Best Financial Journalist Award (2020) for in-depth analysis of economic policies.

Published “Economic Trends & The Future of Financial Journalism”, a highly regarded industry reference.

#1 to make america great again

#2 To be a Gamer and avoid politics

#3 To enjoy a $75 beer

#4 By Elon Musk to Say Workers and Executives are Equal

#5 …to let the public decide the name of a school.

#6 To have a drink at lunch.

#7 to teach kids some math

#8 to teach kids some math

#9 To dress up like a matrix character….

#10 To pose with your bowl of ramen at an Asian restaurant.

#11 To make a cute panorama picture

#12 to claim that only one gender has to consent while drunk, and the other one is a rapist. How do you feel about this?

#13 To locate a man with a cannabis farm in his attic

#14 To get a good pic of his appearance at a school assembly

#15 to ignore basic bodily nutrition

#16 To support the “Canada First” rally.

#17 To cross the border and sell cocaine

#18 to make Vin Diesel and The Rock look the same size

#19 To eat a mozzarella stick

#20 To fly to New York

#21 There was a attempt to steal a joke

#22 To Present a Political Opinion

#23 To protect you from cancer!

#24 To prove how unfashionable these jeans were.

#25 To champion “Straight Pride”

#26 To make a baked potato

#27 To have nice and fun hallowen decoration

#28 to hide

#29 To take away car privileges…

#30 To make a pun

#31 to save the teens

#32 To market her oils

#33 To keep it hidden

#34 To make a serious ad campaign

#35 To explain who Barack Obama is

#36 To have a smart shower thought

#37 To diss myspace

#38 to tell the truth

#39 To save money by DOGE

#40 to be a pro MAGA Cuban

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