Curving

Turning someone down softly and indirectly rather than clearly saying you are not interested.

What it actually means

Vague replies, endless rain checks, friendly but going nowhere. A let-down so gentle you might not notice it is a no.

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What to do about it

If you keep getting curved, ask a direct question and accept the answer. And if you are the one curving, a kind, clear no is fairer than a slow swerve.

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