Deano’s answer to: “Is there a term to describe the situation where nobody wants to take the last cookie or other item in a communal bowl?” Posted on August 7, 2011 by Deano in Q & A Pretty sure that's called 'being Minnesotan'. Is there a term to describe the situation where nobody wants to take the last cookie or other item in a communal bowl? Rate this:Share this:TwitterFacebookEmailMoreRedditLinkedInLike this:Like Loading... Related Published by Deano View all posts by Deano