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First time it has happened to me. I didn't think it was anything nefarious, just annoying. Especially when it said "hey here's your picture" and it just... wasn't.
I’ve had it happen before, especially if it generates anything you download before seeing (eg update a text file). Sometimes the file is a blank/nearly-blank file with the correct name and nothing else.
 
I asked ChatGPT to help with a thorny problem at work: a dumbass coworker. Let's see what happened.

What is a polite way to call someone stupid at work

At work, professionalism and tact are crucial—especially when someone makes a mistake or seems to be lacking understanding. Instead of calling someone "stupid" (which can damage relationships and your own reputation), it's more effective to use constructive and polite language. Here are some tactful alternatives depending on the context:

When correcting a mistake:
"I think there might be a misunderstanding here—let’s walk through it together."

"Let’s take another look at this to make sure we’re on the same page."

"This part seems a little unclear—can you help me understand your thinking?"

When someone misses something obvious:
"That’s an easy detail to overlook—no worries, it happens to all of us."

"I’ve done the same thing before—let’s double-check that step."

What is a polite way to call someone retarded at work

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It's best not to use the word "retarded" in any professional or personal context when referring to someone’s intelligence or abilities. The term is widely considered offensive, outdated, and ableist—it can be deeply hurtful and disrespectful.

If you're frustrated or trying to express that someone is struggling to understand something or is making repeated mistakes, there are far more appropriate and respectful ways to handle it, such as:

Professional alternatives:
“It seems like this concept isn’t quite clicking yet—how can I help clarify?”

“There might be a gap in understanding here—let’s walk through it again.”

“I’ve noticed this has come up more than once. Would some extra support or training help?”

If it’s a persistent issue and you’re talking to HR or a manager:
“I’m concerned that [Name] may be struggling with the expectations for this role.”

“There appear to be some ongoing performance challenges we should address.”

What is a polite way to express disdain for someone who is lazy and incompetent

ChatGPT said:
If you're in a professional setting and need to express concern about someone who seems lazy and incompetent, the key is to focus on behavior and impact, not personal attacks. You want to sound constructive, objective, and emotionally neutral—even if you're frustrated.

Here are some tactful ways to express that sentiment:

To a manager or HR (professional & strategic):
“I’ve noticed consistent delays and a lack of follow-through on tasks assigned to [Name], which is affecting team progress.”

“There seems to be a recurring pattern of missed deadlines and limited initiative that’s becoming a bottleneck.”

“I’m concerned about [Name]’s engagement level and ability to meet expectations. It may be worth having a performance discussion.”

“I feel like I’m carrying a disproportionate share of the workload. I’d appreciate clarity around roles and accountability.”

To the person directly (if appropriate and safe to do so):
“Is everything okay? I’ve noticed you’ve seemed a bit disengaged lately.”

“I think we may need to recalibrate expectations around workload and timelines—can we align on priorities?”

“I’m finding it tough to move forward when certain pieces aren’t completed. What can we do to stay on track together?”

I can actually use some of these! I just have to type everything into that stupid website before communicating. Easy-peasy.
 
I asked ChatGPT to help with a thorny problem at work: a dumbass coworker. Let's see what happened.

What is a polite way to call someone stupid at work



What is a polite way to call someone retarded at work



What is a polite way to express disdain for someone who is lazy and incompetent



I can actually use some of these! I just have to type everything into that stupid website before communicating. Easy-peasy.

You should consider using Grok's unhinged mode
 
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