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All it takes to freak people out is a little creativity and some bravery. Try casually saying things in public that are bizarre. For example, go to a take out restaurant and ask for your meal to go. You can also talk in a funny voice or develop an odd affectation, like saying “stranger” after every sentence in an old-fashioned wild west accent. Another way to freak people out is to be loud, like singing for everyone to hear in the middle of the grocery store. You can also go for an odd look by wearing strange or themed clothing for no reason, like dressing for Christmas in the middle of June. Wearing clothes incorrectly will also freak people out, so try wearing your shirt or pants backward or inside out. To learn how to freak people out with a prank, keep reading!