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Write a funny caption for this large gathering of Smurfs

Write a funny caption for this large gathering of Smurfs

A small town in western France – called Landerneau – set a world record by gathering more than 3,000 people dressed as Smurfs. These blue characters are from a popular Belgian comic franchise.
In May, this town successfully beat a previous record by bringing together 3,076 people in blue costumes and white hats.
Agence France-Presse
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