Absolutely! Are they bots or humans?

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Recently I've discovered many comments and discussions starting with the word "Absolutely". Wondering if those are real people or just bots.

Elena Tsemirava · Accepted Answer

It's difficult to determine based on just one word. I need to see the entire post to draw a conclusion. But bots on PH are quite common.

Felix Tao · Answer

Absolutely, Anshul, it's a curious pattern indeed! It seems like a common affirmation that both enthusiastic humans and programmed bots have adopted.

Markk Tong · Answer

Anshul, it's pretty intriguing how certain words become trendy, even in comment sections—whether it's the work of bots or just a human habit, it definitely sparks curiosity. I guess we're all a bit programmed in our responses, aren't we?

Vincent Xu · Answer

Anshul, it's quite the conundrum, isn't it? It seems 'Absolutely' has become the go-to affirmation, but I'd wager most are genuine people echoing a popular sentiment!

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Yeah, I also See to much comments.

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It is difficult to determine but i see most of comments are AI based

Carol Moh · Answer

I'm definitely guilty of using "absolutely" when I start a comment if I agree with a post/discussion/comment. I would like to caveat that I use this as a response often in person too so I tend to write how I speak if it's not for formal writing n😂

Alexis Devenport · Answer

Absolutely, I've noticed the same! 😂

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Kindly, "Absolutely" is a typical way for people to begin comments. Some, nevertheless, might have been produced by automated programmes or bots.

Chalie Clark · Answer

Dear, Starting comments with "Absolutely" is a common human expression. However, it's possible that some could be generated by bots or automated systems.

Slim Geransar · Answer

@elenat agree, I use absolutely a lot and I’m not a bot. At least I don’t think I am. Generally I determine AI responses if they don’t seem authentic, they are more educational responses without personality

Slim Geransar · Answer

@rene_bystron absolutely Rene….😂😂 joking. I’m not a bot. Don’t report me hahaha

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They are bots

Summer Kim · Answer

That's a really interesting question. I've never doubted it before! Maybe people end up using the same words unconsciously because they see similar comments from others? I should also pay close attention to the comments sometime.

Absolutely! Are they bots or humans?

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