Expectations may be both a blessing and a curse in the same breath. On the other hand, it’s a lot of fun to contemplate what might happen in the real world. If, on the other hand, your expectations are a little too high, you may find yourself in a state of emotional turmoil once you wake up from your slumber and face the world. As you become older, you learn to expect the unexpected when it comes to meeting your expectations.

This applies to a wide range of situations, but it’s especially important when making purchases. Beautiful and glossy pictures on the internet can help sell products. It doesn’t look like what you expected when you finally get your hands on what you’re looking for. We’ve compiled a collection of instances in which people were expecting one thing but received another. Enjoy these people’s misfortunes while you relax and scroll!