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To hit on - to express romantic interest; to express attraction

I dont know if hes always this flirty, or if hes really hitting on me specifically.
If you really want to hit on her, just go and give her a compliment - its not hard!
To make out - to french-kiss; to kiss passionately
I thought Jen was dating Sam, but I saw her make out with another guy today. Crazy!
You can travel together, but dont hold hands or make out in public - people are traditional here.
To dump- to break up with someone; to end a relationship
Thats it, Im dumping him - I cant believe he left his socks in the corridor again!
I would never dump someone over the phone - you have to do things like that in person.
A player - a man who dates lots of women, especially if its through manipulation or lying
Be careful, this guys a player - I see him here with new girls all the time.
He acts like a player, but hes really very shy.
A man-eater - a woman who manipulates men, or dates them without emotion
What a man-eater! This is the 5th bouquet of flowers I see her get this week.
Shes a great friend, but dont date her - shes a man-eater. You might get hurt.
A turn-on - something that we find attractive
I think tattoos are very attractive; theyre a huge turn-on.
A turn-off - something thats unattractive
I think tattoos are a turn-off - they make me think of prisons and needles.
I know vampires are popular, but I find the idea of a cold and lifeless partner to be a turn-off.
To have a crush on - to develop feelings or attachment for someone
Oh my god, is that Greg? Ive had a crush on him since high school!
Well, Im sorry Im dating him, but how was I supposed to know you have a crush on him?!
Date night - an evening or other period of time assigned to romantic activities
Sorry, I cant join you guys today - its date night for me and my wife. Were going bowling!
Tomorrows date night - wear your best suit!
To ask someone out - to ask someone on a date
Is she single? I want to ask her out but Im really scared.

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