The 'Rare Pausin' meme (or Rare Pausing) stems from the internet's obsession with capturing unintentional, hilarious facial expressions or distorted body physics when a video is paused at just the right millisecond. Originally popularized within gaming communities—specifically sports titles like NBA 2K where glitches or animations can look bizarre—the term 'Rare Pausin' evolved into a broader reaction format. It highlights the absurdity found in transitional frames that were never meant to be seen clearly. These memes are widely used on platforms like X and TikTok to react to shocking news or to mock awkward social situations, celebrating the unintentional comedy of the pause button.