stackyFACTSTaking a casual walk involves enduring intense, unyielding glares from pedestrians. This phenomenon, known as the Germanic stare down, is not considered rude locally. However, for outsiders, having an elderly person ruthlessly stare into your soul as they walk past is incredibly intimidating.
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