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Do I need to unclench? Horrified by comment my manager made

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KellieMum3 · 30/06/2025 15:21

I recently moved teams at work, think big corporate company with a lot of middle managers. Team meeting (virtual) today. Manager was in the office - someone pointed out this isn’t his usual day to go in. His response was to say he checked the forecast and picked the day the most female flesh would be on display. Much laughter from some others on the call.

Am I being prudish or is that really not the time or place for such a comment?!

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JellyBellies · 30/06/2025 15:28

I would raise a complaint about that statement, completely unacceptable

ThatNimblePeer · 30/06/2025 15:26

Ugh. David Brent. YANBU in the slightest. What an embarrassing dinosaur.

MarxistMags · 30/06/2025 15:26

Well, I think it was just a silly joke worth an eye roll at best.
It's a pity you didn't say 'I only watch tennis for the blokes in shorts'

GaryAvisFanClub · 30/06/2025 15:25

Yes, that's not an appropriate 'joke' for the office.

Daisyvodka · 30/06/2025 15:24

You dont need to unclench, thats an office sexism 101 comment... what a dick. Why say it. So many jokes you can make to break the ice about the weather and he chooses one that objectifies women...not very bright, clearly.

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