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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Twice at the Same Time” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21735 of the collection, and the 120th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Twice at the Same Time” meme mean?
This format relies on absurdist humor and false logic. It turns a nominal coincidence into a pseudo-historical explanation that sounds plausible but is untrue. The goal is to laugh at the absurdity of such weak causality. It is used to mock conspiracy theories or simplistic explanations by creating a gap between serious imagery and ridiculous captions.
Where does the “Twice at the Same Time” meme come from?
The first documented publication dates back to April 10, 2017, on Twitter. User @AndrewNadeau0 posted: "Running was invented in 1612 by Thomas Running when he tried to walk twice at the same time." This tweet established the model: a proper name matches the action, making the false explanation seemingly plausible. The format went viral via screenshots shared on Reddit. An image version circulated in r/me_irl on January 31, 2018. Other variants appeared in r/FakeFacts and r/dankmemes, generalizing the principle of invention through simultaneous double attempt.
- 2017Publication of the founding tweet by @AndrewNadeau0 on April 10, 2017.
- 2018Viral spread via a screenshot in r/me_irl on January 31, 2018.
How to use the “Twice at the Same Time” meme
- Pair a historical image with a fabricated caption following the nominal schema.
- Share a humorous variant on social media to illustrate an absurdity.
- Use the format to ironically critique simplistic causal explanations.
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The “Twice at the Same Time” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21735 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 65/100 · #120 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Twice at the Same Time” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Twice at the Same Time comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Twice at the Same Time meme meaning?
This meme uses absurdist humor by linking a proper name to a fictional invention based on a simultaneous double attempt.
Twice at the Same Time origin?
It comes from a tweet posted on April 10, 2017, by @AndrewNadeau0 on Twitter, explaining running via Thomas Running.
Who created the Twice at the Same Time meme?
Twitter user Andrew Nadeau (@AndrewNadeau0) is the identified author of the first phrase that went viral.
Twice at the Same Time true or false?
It is completely false. It is a joke playing on proper names and intentionally absurd logic.
How do I get the Twice at the Same Time meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Twice at the Same Time” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Twice at the Same Time card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Twice at the Same Time - Know Your Meme · Twice at the Same Time: Image Gallery | Know Your Meme · Mods Where Invented | Twice at the Same Time · checked on October 15, 2026.
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