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7 perfect memes that have helped us survive dating in 2017

"You can't get hurt if you avoid human contact."
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Dating in these dark and confusing times can be downright painful, but thank goodness we have memes to help us make sense of it all.

Whether you're in a relationship, single, or not even sure, there's something on the internet to remind you you're not alone.

SEE ALSO: Tinder now has animated reactions to make shutting down douchebags a little more fun

This year, these memes helped us feel like there were plenty more fish in the sea, some of which were a lot like us.

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Hinge — popular choice for regular meetups

"Dating me is like"

"You vs. the guy she tells you not to worry about"

Kermit takes on dating

Spongebob mocks love

Celebrities just get us

The floor is... not lava

Roll safe

Sometimes you just have to laugh to keep from crying.

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