It seems there's a term for just about anything when it comes to weird and wonderful world of dating.
From bedroom trends like 'soaking' and 'cuckholding' all the way through to slightly less NSFW buzz phrases like 'frozen images' and 'pebbling' - it's clear the younger generation are great at condensing fairly dense subject matter into a neat little phrase.
And the latest on everyone's lips is none other than 'simmer' dating, which appears to be the very latest Gen Z dating trend you may want to give a whirl.
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Now, according to a recent study conducted by dating app QuackQuack, near to half of Gen Z daters based in big cities are trying out 'simmer' dating.
But what on earth is it?
Well, it's simply emphasising a slower and more intentional way of dating when it comes to romance - focusing more on building a genuine connection over time rather than rushing into things too hastily.
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Sort of the antithesis to swipe-heavy dating culture, 'simmer' dating encourages those looking for love to take their time getting to know one another.
In short, it's all about building a strong emotional connection and foundation as a unit before making massive commitments or rushing into physical intimacy.
"Simmer dating is about cultivating a deep and meaningful connection," dating expert, Ayushi Mishra, explains.
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"It's about taking the time to understand someone's values, goals, and aspirations. It's all about building a basic foundation of trust and respect."
So, if you're beyond fed up with the mind games of being 'ghosted' and even getting 'zombied', then 'simmer' dating may be the way to go.
Mishra adds: "When individuals take the time to truly get to know each other, they are less likely to have unrealistic expectations or to be blindsided by negative qualities."
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And it's not just your love life it can benefit as the expert explains the new dating trend can also be super beneficial for your 'personal growth'.
"You'll become more self-aware, better equipped to handle challenges in a relationship," she notes.
"This new trend is about taking a step back and appreciating the beauty of a slow-burning romance. It's about building a relationship that is based on substance rather than superficiality."
Well, it's come at a good time considering how close we are to 'cuffing season' now that 'hot girl summer' seems to be well and truly over.
Topics: Dating, Dating trends, Life, Sex and Relationships, Advice
Rhiannon Ingle