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Over-55 Daters Vet Their Matches and Won’t Put Up With Lies or Rudeness
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Daters over 55 put safety ahead of salary: nearly 4 in 10 of those 65+ have checked a date's records, and 45% have walked out on a rude date.
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The World Cup Bump: Nearly 7 in 10 Singles Say Their Dating Life Got Hotter
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68% of singles say the World Cup boosted their dating lives, and nearly half have dated a visitor or hooked up with one. See how host cities heated up.
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When to Stop Texting and Finally Meet in Person
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Texting too long can backfire. Aim to meet after about a week, watch for three signs it's time, and use simple ways to move from messaging to a real date.
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Dating a Pansexual Person: The Essentials
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New to dating someone pansexual? Get a clear definition, how it differs from bisexuality, whether it means non-monogamy, and tips for handling jealousy.
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6 Things That Make a Woman Fall for You
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It isn't money, height or looks. Six qualities that win a woman over, from confidence and honest communication to good manners and genuine interest.
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5 Dating Truths I Wish Every Single Person Knew
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After 30 years in marketing, the writer shares five dating truths: know your value proposition, adapt to new gender roles and avoid situationships.
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Dating a Coworker: 7 Rules to Follow
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Thinking about dating a coworker? Seven dos and don'ts, from checking company policy to keeping romance out of the office, help protect your career.
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LGBTQ+ Festivalgoers Are More Likely Than Others to Find Love There
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Polling 1,000 adults in the U.S. shows LGBTQ+, Black and Gen Z festivalgoers see music festivals as places for real romance, not only hookups.
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LGBTQ+ Matchmaker Tammy Shaklee on Making a Great First Impression
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Tammy Shaklee of H4M Matchmaking shares how to escape dating autopilot: ditch corny icebreakers, stay attentive, and trust your instincts.
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Why the Sidewalk Rule Sparks Debate, and What It Actually Is
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The sidewalk rule says a man walks nearest the traffic. Here's its medieval origin, the psychology behind it, and why it's stirring debate online.
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The Best Airports for Meeting Someone, According to a Survey
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We asked 3,000 single travelers to name the most romantic U.S. airports. See the winners, tips for sparking an airport romance, and how to avoid the ick.
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The Science of Love, According to Experts
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What studies reveal about love, from scent and oxytocin to testosterone and cheating, anxious texters, childhood trauma, and assortative mating.
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New Jersey Men Top a Survey of America’s Best Dressed
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We asked 3,000 women which men's styles they love most. New Jersey's urban edge won, Pennsylvania came second, and here are the looks they dislike.
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Cook More, Date Better? Survey Links Home Cooking to Stronger Relationships
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Our survey found 75% of people find a partner who cooks more attractive, and 90% say cooking together makes a relationship better. Is it a dealbreaker?
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Does Your Sign Matter? Americans Are Split on Zodiac Compatibility
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Over half of 500-plus Americans surveyed check zodiac compatibility before a first date, but signs rarely decide whether they pursue someone.
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Why This Dating Expert Believes We’re Drawn to People Like Ourselves
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Tiffany Hamm and Jorrie Lynn of Executive Connections Dating explain how their Texas matchmakers swap swiping for real dates tailored to each client.
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Loyal, Lazy, or Something Else? The Word Women Use for Men in Each State
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3,000 women picked one word for the men in their state. Hardworking topped the list, while others called their men respectful, charming, loyal or kind.
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What Women Want Today: Modern Dating Tips
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What women look for in a man today, from hobbies, financial security and a solid circle of friends to a shared future, plus the traits that turn them off.
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What Romance Really Means
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Romance means different things to everyone. Here's what it is, gestures from love letters to breakfast in bed, and how to build it into your relationship.
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The Dishes Most Likely to Win a Man’s Heart, According to a Study
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A survey of 3,000 American men ranks the dishes most likely to win them over, led by New York cheesecake, the Philly cheesesteak and Detroit-style pizza.
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Body Hair in America: What People Expect and What They Actually Do
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A survey of Americans on body hair: 40% favor keeping it natural, over 9 in 10 care about a partner's grooming, and women feel judged more often than men.
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More Than Half of Singles Now Expect to Split the Bill on Dates
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A survey of 950-plus U.S. singles finds 53% see splitting the first-date bill as the new normal. See how views differ by gender and generation.
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Why Many Americans Tune In to the Olympics for the Eye Candy
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1 in 10 Americans watch the Olympics for the attractive athletes, our survey of 1,000 found. See which 5 Summer sports have the most eye candy.
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The MILF Label: Stereotypes and Debates
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From Mrs. Robinson in The Graduate to Stacy's Mom, where the MILF label came from, the stereotypes tied to it, and why its place in pop culture is debated.
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Which U.S. States Are the Best Romantic Matches?
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Which state shares your taste in partners? We surveyed every state and paired the closest matches, like Montana and Oregon or South Carolina and Texas.
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Gen Z Men and Women Share Surprising New Ways They Want to Find Love
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Only 15.53% of Gen Z still favor dating apps, our survey finds. Women lean toward parties and meet-cutes; men go for speed dating and virtual reality.
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Courtship: What the Word Means
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Courtship is the phase before two people officially date. See how the word began in the 16th century, its key elements and the challenges it faces today.
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63% of Singles Would Date Someone From the Other Side of the Aisle
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A poll of 3,000 singles finds 63% are open to dating across party lines. Here's how conservative and liberal daters compare in an election year.
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A Dating Tip for Men: When She Likes You, She’ll Help You Out
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Forget the idea that she's playing hard to get. If a woman is attracted to you, she'll make dating her easy, and that first physical spark is the test.
• Read More »About the Author
Emma Wilson is the Editor-in-Chief at thecandiddate.com. When she was growing up, her family teased her for being 'boy crazy,' but she preferred to think of herself as a budding dating and relationship expert. Emma brings her tireless wit and relatable experiences to thecandiddate.com.
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