The most common one is probably when someone is running or being active. For example, like during a game of tag or soccer, and their underwear gets caught on something or pulled up accidentally. Another type is when there's some sort of prank involved. Some naughty kids might play a prank on a classmate and give them a wedgie on purpose, which is really mean.
Accidents during physical activities are also a big reason. When students are playing sports like basketball or doing gymnastic moves in high school, there's a high chance of getting a wedgie. Also, pranks by other students can lead to embarrassing wedgie situations. Some naughty kids might pull on someone else's pants as a joke, which is really embarrassing for the victim.
One common type is the fashion faux pas, like wearing the wrong clothes for an occasion as I mentioned before. Another is making a mistake during a performance or presentation. Also, having an awkward moment in front of your crush, like stuttering when you try to talk to them or accidentally doing something silly in their presence.
One common element is being in a public place. Like in a classroom or on a playground. Another is that it often happens during some sort of physical activity, such as running or climbing. For example, a girl might be running in a race at school and suddenly get a wedgie.
One common type is the bully - victim wedgie story. Like when a mean student picks on a weaker one by giving them a wedgie. Another is the prank - gone - wrong or right kind, where students plan to give someone a wedgie as a joke. And then there are the accidental wedgies, like when someone gets caught on something and it results in a wedgie - like situation during a sports event or just running around in the hallways.
Forgetting your lines during a play rehearsal or performance is quite common. You stand there looking stupid while everyone else is waiting for you to say something.
One common type is when family members misbehave in public places like my sister once threw a tantrum in a store because she didn't get the toy she wanted. Another is when there are wardrobe malfunctions during family events. For example, my mother's dress strap broke during a family photo session. Also, when family members accidentally say something inappropriate at a family gathering, like my uncle who made a really bad joke that made everyone uncomfortable.
One common one is when students have to get vaccinations at school. Some students are really afraid of needles. There was this one boy who started crying and screaming before the injection even started. His classmates all watched and it was super embarrassing for him.
Probably the most common are those related to wardrobe malfunctions during school performances. Imagine a dancer on stage and their costume suddenly becomes loose or reveals more than it should. This not only embarrasses the student but also can be quite a shock for the audience. Also, there are times when students forget to bring proper clothes for a particular activity, like not having a swimsuit for a swimming lesson and having to deal with that awkward situation in front of classmates.
One common one is getting called on in class when you don't know the answer. You just sit there, stuttering and trying to come up with something, while the whole class watches. Another is having your pants split or something similar happen during physical education. It's so embarrassing to have everyone see that.
One common one is when the elastic on the underwear breaks during the school day. This can make it uncomfortable and also cause some embarrassing adjusting. For example, a girl was sitting in class and suddenly felt her underwear slipping because of a broken elastic. She had to be very discreet about fixing it.