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To ask what counts as flirting vs polite chat?

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Pinkhiker975 · 11/04/2026 17:48

And no I don’t have a backstory that I’m going to later drip feed 😂, I’m just genuinely curious about people’s opinions.

So many couple’s arguments begin with, ‘you were flirting with her/him!’, but what actually counts as flirting for you/your DH? Banter? Jokes? Compliments? Smiling at each other a little too much?

Thanks for any input 🙂

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Tiredhotmess · 02/09/2026 19:44

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Unless you're autistic. My DD (27) doesnt have a clue when someone is flirting with her/interested in her.

Gymimposter1977 · 02/09/2026 19:49

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ginasevern · 03/09/2026 10:08

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No dick sucking fantasies then?

Gymimposter1977 · 03/09/2026 10:15

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ginasevern · 03/09/2026 10:20

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Nah, obviously frigid mate if she's immune to your obvious charms.

Gymimposter1977 · 03/09/2026 10:27

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DrinkFeckArseBrick · 03/09/2026 10:38

I don't think it's something that can be easily written down. It's about body language, touch, eye contact, facial expressions, and tone of voice. Eg there is a million miles between a sarcastic 'ha ha', a polite laugh, a hearty laugh, and a flirty giggle.

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