The Modern Dating Dictionary
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Breadcrumbing
When someone sends sporadic messages ("crumbs") to keep you interested but has no intention of actually dating you.
Ghosting
Ending a relationship by cutting off all communication without explanation.
Love Bombing
An attempt to influence another person with lavish demonstrations of attention and affection early in a relationship. Often a sign of narcissism.
Orbiting
When an ex (or almost-ex) stops talking to you but continues to watch your Instagram stories and like your posts.
Situationship
A romantic or sexual relationship that is not defined or established. More than friends, less than a couple.