"Seagulling is when you have no real romantic interest in a person but still keep others from him or her. This behavior can waste everyone's time, preventing both individuals from finding the right matches."
"The seagull may continue to go on dates with you to keep your hopes up, without progressing towards any type of committed relationship, while signaling to others to stay away."
"Seagulling can also occur at the end of a relationship, where one person, having lost interest, still hangs around, making it difficult for the other to move on."
Seagulling is a dating behavior where one person maintains a connection with another without real romantic interest, often to prevent them from pursuing other relationships. This can manifest as continued dating without commitment or as lingering after a breakup. The term likens this behavior to seagulls that take food without hunger, reflecting a desire for control. Open communication and clear timelines can help avoid the pitfalls of seagulling, allowing both individuals to seek genuine connections.
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