Introducing someone as your 'partner' is trying too hard


Agree

  • Sounds like business arrangement not romance
  • Boyfriend girlfriend works perfectly fine
  • Feels performatively progressive
  • Too formal for actual relationships

Disagree

  • More inclusive for all relationship types
  • Age appropriate for adults
  • Gender neutral without assuming
  • Partner sounds more serious

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