These are the memes that perfectly capture the 'dead' work week you're trapped in right now between

Publish date: 2024-05-02

The week between Christmas and New Year's Day has long been the subject of countless jokes and memes, thanks to its sluggish — but also chaotic — nature.

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During these seven disorienting and languorous days, many Americans find themselves decompressing from extensive family time, indulgent meals, and copious amounts of alcohol.

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Some even go back to work, while others opt to extend their breaks into the New Year, leaving dazed skeleton crew staffs.

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This year, there's been no shortage of funny posts about the infamous week. Here are some of our favorites:

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Living by "purge rules"

—Chase Mitchell (@ChaseMit) December 27, 2022

"Confused, full of cheese, unsure of the day of week"

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We are all Jamie Lee Curtis.

—Bob (@tweetsbybob_) December 26, 2022

"Trying to figure out what day of the week it is"

—Brian Grubb (@briancgrubb) December 29, 2022

Maybe one day the entire week will be a national holiday?

—Emily Schario (@emilyschario) December 27, 2022

Those stuck working are now part of an elite group called "Corporate Emos" ...

—the elder emo (@theelderemox) December 29, 2022

... and they are not happy about it.

—the kid (@basicallytori) December 28, 2022

Even national poet laureates embrace being one with the sofa during this time of year.

—Amanda Gorman (@TheAmandaGorman) December 27, 2021

Brands, of course, are also getting in on the fun, like Netflix ...

—Netflix (@netflix) December 26, 2022

... and Skittles.

—SKITTLES (@Skittles) December 27, 2022

And the cast of "Finding Nemo" presents a topical question.

—veet (@vveetto) December 26, 2022

"Mostly just replying to emails with 'This can wait until the new year.'"

@manuelaquintero16 mostly just replying to emails with “This can wait until the new year.” #officetok #officehumor #wfh #latinaincorporate #relatable #9to5 #officelife #timeoffwork ♬ Christmas Music Background - Cooper5

"I've consumed 26,000 calories in the past 72 hours."

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Time means nothing this week

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And finally ... acceptance.

—Liliana Segura (@LilianaSegura) December 29, 2022

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