What Kind of Relationship Are You Looking For?

By: Alex Wittman

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

You have come to a safe space, brah. No one here is going to call you "boy crazy" or "girl obsessed" just because you're looking for a relationship. This may totally blow your mind, but there was a time (and not all that long ago) when you didn't get called out as "thirsty" just for wanting to be around another human being. Yuh, companionship or whatever is actually normal!

But dating these days can be stressful AF. We don't blame you if you're tired of the games and the ghosting. Hermit life is kind of a big mood. Before you resign yourself to a solitary existence, though, you should take our quiz to find out what kind of relationship you're looking for exactly.

With a better idea of what relationship fits your needs ATM, dating will (hopefully) become a whole lot simpler. If you're about to dip on love altogether, then this quiz is most definitely for you. Give your swiping thumb a break and discover what it is you're really after. You might think you know what you want, but your results could leave you shook.

So, what are you waiting for? Dating isn't getting any easier by itself. Take our quiz to reveal what kind of relationship you're looking for!

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Modern dating is, like, a whole thing. Which dating app is your go-to?

eHarmony

TBH, dating apps aren't my vibe.
Bumble

Tinder

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We know this might be tough, but which one word would you use to describe your love life?

Complicated

Hot
Lacking

Chill

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If you're finna get serious with someone, what quality should they definitely be rocking?

Honesty

A sense of adventure
Confidence

Solid self-esteem

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Let's say the person you've been chilling with starts to get clingy AF. How do you react?

I'm not afraid to chat about boundaries.

Lol, I'm usually the clingy one.
OOF, I might have to dip.

BYE, FELICIA.

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Even Ariana Grande is needy sometimes. How much attention do you require when you're in a relationship?

I need to know I'm bae.

Give me all the attention all the time!
Eh, like, a healthy amount?

I need "me time," so they better have hobbies.

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Imagine you're talking to someone when they suddenly ghost you. How do you handle it?

Ouch, I'd be heartbroken.

There's a good chance I'd blow up their DMs.
I'd probably laugh about it with my friends.

If someone's not into me, then their loss.

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How important is it that someone you're interested in is as woke as you?

It's vital we share our core values.

Yas, sounds like an opportunity for some hot debate.
We can have different views and still get along.

OOF, can we just not with the politics?

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Romance is cool and stuff, but what else do you want in a relationship?

A best friend

A fellow adventurer
Someone to watch Netflix with

Someone to make you laugh

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It's Friday night, and ATM, you don't have any plans. What's your move?

Chill at home and maybe finally use that bath bomb

Hit the town with my crew
Idk, it totally depends on my mood.

No plans? Yeah right!

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Someone you know through mutual friends slides into your DMs and asks to hang. They let you choose the place, so where do you two meet?

The adorable cafe I'm obsessed with

I invite them to a party one of my friends is hosting.
A stroll in the park sounds kind of nice.

A trendy restaurant everyone is talking about

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Awww, which of these romantic gestures would positively melt your heart?

Buy me all the flowers, PLZ.

OMG, a poem would be the cutest.
Holding hands is the GOAT.

If I'm being real, these all sound cheesy AF.

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When you meet a cutie, what's the first thing you notice about them?

Their eyes

Their body
Their smile

They way they carry themselves

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Tell us where you stand. Do you believe in love at first sight?

Eh, I think love is built over time.

Absolutely YAS!
Weirder things have happened.

Lol, maybe lust at first sight.

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You're getting ready for a date. Which bop are you most likely bumping?

"Sunflower" by Post Malone

"Sucker" by Jonas Brothers
"Truth Hurts" by Lizzo

"thank u, next" by Ariana Grande

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If you could hire one of these celebrities as your love-life coach, who would it be?

Beyoncé

Justin Bieber
Drake

Rihanna

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Consider your inner circle. Who do you trust the most to set you up with someone?

My mom

My BFF
My cool coworker

My sibling

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In general, how long do you wait to kiss someone you're feeling?

I'm a strict second- or third-date smoocher.

Whenever the right moment arises
Lol, I never make the first move.

If we hit it off, the end of the first date.

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Looking back at your past relationships, how did they usually end?

Mutual breakups

I often get dumped.
I generally do the dumping.

TBH, my flings just naturally dissolve.

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Don't get salty, but has anyone ever cheated on you?

Yes, and it broke my heart.

Yes, but I cheated too.
I'm suspicious but can't confirm anything.

Never.

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Do you believe that old AF adage "opposites attract"?

As long as you share your core beliefs

For sure, variety is the spice of life!
Sometimes it works out, but sometimes it doesn't.

I prefer to have more things in common than not.

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If you're out on a date, which of the following is the biggest deal-breaker?

They ask how much money I make.

They flirt with the server.
They continuously check their phone.

They balk when the check comes.

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Fighting is a part of most relationships. Which of the following really gets you tilted?

Money problems

Infidelity
Communication issues

Someone not pulling their weight

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Bruh, would you ever date one of your BFF's exes?

Only if we had a real connection

I have, and I'd do it again.
Nope, no way.

Maybe, but I'd ask my friend's permission first.

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When you're into someone, do you ask about their past relationships?

Duh, transparency is high-key important.

I'm jealous AF and can't help it.
Nah, I don't really care.

I'd rather just stalk their social media.

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Would you ever seriously consider applying for "The Bachelor" or "The Bachelorette"?

Um, no, I want a real connection.

I could see myself doing pretty well.
Perhaps, but I'd probably get sent home fast.

Maybe, it seems like fun.

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Be real with us. Have you ever gotten back together with an ex?

Yes, because our connection was just too strong to deny.

I have, and it was a total mistake.
I've considered it but not, like, seriously.

Nope, I leave the past in the past.

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No shade intended, but what's your biggest weakness relationship-wise?

My expectations are way high.

I fall in love too easily.
I have a hard time trusting people.

Major commitment issues over here!

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When you're with your BFFs, how often do you chat about dating and relationships?

Eh, I'm actually pretty private.

I'm constantly updating them in our group chat.
I let them know if there's someone I'm super into.

We swap dumb stories on the reg.

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When an engagement announcement pops up in your social-media feed, how do you feel?

No cap, jealous AF.

If it's someone I know, I'm happy for them.
TBH, I don't give them a lot of thought.

Just way glad it's not me!

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In your own mind, my dude, are you looking for a relationship?

Is there a word stronger than YES?

I could go for a hot romance rn.
I'd be open to it if I met the right person.

Nah, I'm living my best life as is.

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