ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Staring contest

Okay kiddo, a staring contest is like a game where two people look at each other and whoever blinks or looks away first loses. It’s like a challenge where you have to try to keep your eyes open for as long as possible while trying to make sure the other person blinks.

Both people sit or stand facing each other and start staring into each other’s eyes. It’s important to keep your eyes wide open and not to move your head or body too much, otherwise, you might miss a blink from the other person.

When one person blinks or looks away, they lose and the other person wins. It’s usually just a fun game to see who can hold out the longest or to pass the time. But, remember, it’s always important to be respectful of the other person, and if they don’t want to play or it starts to feel uncomfortable, it’s okay to stop the game.
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