Dating words, clearly defined

Left swipe on Fummble. Shown as an X. Two crosses still match.

Right swipe on Fummble. Shown as a heart. Two hearts is an instant match.

Instant match when both people swipe the same way — Heart + Heart or Cross + Cross.

Retired from the swipe matrix. Mutual Cross now matches; mixed intents open Convincing.

Mixed-intent outcome (Heart + Cross) where the Heart side gets one chance to convince.

When one person Hearts and the other Crosses — one high-signal chance to earn the match.

Suddenly ending communication without explanation.

Giving just enough attention to keep someone interested without real intent.

A romantic connection without clear labels or commitment.

Watching someone's stories after cutting direct conversation.

Subtly posting a partner without a full public reveal.

Publicly confirming a relationship on social media.

Early messaging phase before defining the relationship.

Burnout from high-volume, low-signal dating app use.

When two people both express interest under an app's rules.

What someone wants from dating — casual, serious, or exploring.

Profile question designed to spark conversation.

Process to confirm a profile is a real person.

Removing a match and ending the chat thread.

Preventing another user from contacting or seeing you.

Flagging unsafe or abusive behavior to the platform.

Excessive early affection used to manipulate.

Keeping someone as a backup option.

Cultivating backups while in a relationship.

Colloquial term for charismatic flirting skill.

A healthy, reassuring dating signal.

A warning sign of unhealthy or unsafe behavior.

Attraction that thrives in a context but may not transfer.