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Ostiusionophobia: <Late 20th-c. From L. Ostium “Door”, L. Sionem “Dent”> The irrational fear of door dings. I may have made up the name of the condition, but the condition itself is real. I know because I am afflicted with it. I don’t see it as abnormal, but those who ride in my car certainly do. You see, I am willing to go to most any length (or walking distance) to avoid door dings – or the very possibility of door dings. Hit the jump for some helpful tips on how to avoid mankind’s worst blight.
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