How a Rick and Morty joke led to a McDonald's Szechuan sauce controversy - Polygon
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People are furious at McDonald's after it brought back Szechuan McNugget sauce — but not enough for 'Rick and Morty' fans
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McDonald's Szechuan sauce to return after Rick and Morty fan riots
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McDonald's Fabled 'Szechuan' Sauce Arrives in China –
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McDonald's botched its 'Rick and Morty' Szechuan sauce stunt, and fans are not happy
McDonald's Szechuan McNugget Sauce Backlash
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McDonald's took Rick and Morty's ongoing Szechuan sauce joke to a whole new level - Polygon
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Dear 'Rick and Morty' Fans, McDonald's Is Bringing Back Its Szechuan Sauce for Limited Time
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McDonald's Seizes on Szechuan Sauce and Marketing Idea From 'Rick and Morty
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Hey, Rick And Morty Fans: McDonald's Is Bringing Back Their, 53% OFF
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McDonald's botched its 'Rick and Morty' Szechuan sauce stunt, and fans are not happy