The Mechanical Engineer's Dating Paradox

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The Mechanical Engineer's Dating Paradox

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The eternal paradox of mechanical engineers! First they wonder why they're single, then immediately demonstrate exactly why by prioritizing a beautiful machine over human connection. The scene shows people at a bar, but instead of admiring the woman on screen, they're focused on getting a better view of the car behind her. Classic engineering brain at work - where torque specs and horsepower figures trigger more excitement than actual dating prospects. The irony is deliciously perfect - mechanical engineers literally engineered their own singlehood by treating relationships like optional accessories to their automotive obsessions!

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