On replying with the same animated GIF many times

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@AnonyMouse

It also serves to emphasise the repetitive nature of the discourse through parody. I would in fact argue that, like a running gag, the meaning and context of the use of this gif in this situation grows stronger with each repetition

It’s like disemvoweling. You can make a case for it, but I think it is long term negative for the community. I don’t like to see a single no-discussion GIF become a substitute for meaningful (or at least interesting) conversation – or flag + ban if that is what is really needed.