10 Types of Dating and How They Work

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Casual Dating

Casual dating is a type of dating that is focused on having fun and enjoying someone’s company. It typically takes a relaxed approach to dating

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Long-Term Dating

Long-term dating is a type of dating that is focused on building a strong and lasting relationship with someone.

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Friends With Benefits

Friends with benefits is a dynamic where you regularly or occasionally engage in sexual activity with someone you consider a friend, without any expectation or goal of a committed romantic relationship.

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Situationship

A situationship is a casual relationship that is in its early stages and hasn’t been defined yet. You and your partner may not have had the “What are we?” discussion or talked about a future together.

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Online Dating

Online dating has become popular with the advent of dating websites and apps. It is estimated that over 200 million people worldwide use dating apps.

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Speed Dating

Speed dating is a structured dating format that helps you meet multiple prospective partners in a short period of time. It is organized so that you get to spend a few minutes with each person in attendance.

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Blind Dating

Blind dating is when a friend, family member, colleague, or matchmaking service sets you up on a date with a person you have never seen or met before.

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Friend Set-Up

A friend set-up is similar to a blind date. A friend plays matchmaker by setting you up with someone they know, whom they think you may get along with.

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Long-Distance Dating

A long-distance relationship is when you and your partner are not living in the same city and are separated by physical distance. You may have to be apart due to work, school..

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Group Dating

Group dating is a casual dating event where a group of people get together with the intention of doing a fun activity and possibly finding a romantic partner.

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