25 Geniuses Who Beat the System by Following the Rules (26 Photos)
Imagine a world without rules. It's hard to even picture, given that humans as a species can't function without structure and hierarchy. But some rules just feel unfair, frustrating, and downright oppressive—making the urge to break them almost irresistible. Or better yet, find a clever loophole! 
“A nearby HOA recently threatened to fine residents if they didn't hide their trash cans. Here's how they solved the problem.” 
“Our HOA rules ban rainbow symbols. But where there’s a will—and a loophole—there’s a way.” 
“He saw us feeding the ducks and decided to blend in.” 
“When I was working as a cashier, I wasn't allowed to have a notebook at my desk, so I started writing my novel about bullying on receipt tape. This year, I finally published it.” 
“Our workplace banned shorts for being ‘inappropriate.’ Skirts, however, were totally fine.” 
“How protesters in Belarus responded to the ban on the white-red-white flag.” 
“The NYC subway banned dogs unless they ‘fit inside a bag.’ New Yorkers got creative.” 
“Satellite dishes are strictly prohibited here.” 
“No photos of the paintings allowed. Problem solved.” 
“An Iranian girl cheers for her favorite soccer team from outside the fence because women aren't allowed inside the stadium.” 
“Our cat, Sandwich, will only cuddle with my wife, but I think I've found a way to beat the system.” 
“Parking reserved for ‘green vehicles only.’ Not sure this is what they meant, but technically, it checks out.” 
“They were out of '2' and '7' birthday candles. Happy Birthday, son!” 
“If you get a stain on your shirt, just trace it with a pen and give it a name. Now it looks like a souvenir t-shirt from some random island.” 
“That’s not medicine, that’s Pepsi.” 
“He's not allowed to put his paws on the door, so here's his workaround.” 
“Roxy knows she's allowed on the barstool, but not on the counter. She also loves testing her limits.” 
“She was told she wasn't allowed ON the couch.” 
“Mom told me to go play outside.” 
“Back in the 1990s, California resident Steve Comisar placed ads in national magazines selling ‘solar-powered clothes dryers’ for $49.95. Buyers received a simple clothesline in the mail.” 
“My professor insisted that our essay be printed in Times New Roman on A4. He never specified it had to be on paper.” 
“Our teacher told us we were allowed to bring a single page of cheat notes to the final exam.” 
“When the March 2020 Paris Marathon was canceled, this guy ran back and forth on his 23-foot balcony until he completed a full marathon.” 
“He's not allowed on the bed. Loophole found.” 
“The HOA sent out a notice demanding all BBQ grills be removed from yards and balconies. House sign: 'Come and take it.'”
