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Vaishali Varu

DARK SECRETS: Tipflation why it feels like you re being asked to tip on everything | Rare Historical Photos

Woman paying bill on contactless cash machine

What began as an act of gratitude for service at restaurants and bars, tipping is now expected in fast-food places and restaurants where your only interaction is with an iPad and Americans are giving into it. 

According to the Forbes 2023 Digital Tipping Culture Survey, 95% of respondents said they leave a tip at least sometimes, 76% of people tip always or often, and one in three people feel pressured to leave a tip. 

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