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    Despite hearing positive outcomes, I never used a dating app or been tempted to do so. A lot of my friends met their partners through it, and one of them even married their match. Dating apps, of course, have a reputation for being a hotspot for hookups. On Reddit, I also read a number creepy and cringey online dating experiences which adds to my hesitation. It didn’t help that I detest texting and prefer calling. I could talk for hours, and I’d even talk for both of us. So, for the first time, I installed the app, and here’s what happened. DISCLAIMER: Before you accuse me of cheating, I told my…

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