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Swipe Left: Women Dish Out the Instant No-Go’s for Men

Dating profiles serve as a digital first impression, offering insights into a person’s personality and values. From cringe-worthy clichés to questionable comments, these stories reveal the red flags and turn-offs that quickly discourage potential matches. Join us as we navigate the realm of dating profiles, exploring the pitfalls and missteps that hinder the search for love in the online dating world.

Excessive Use of Emojis or Emoticons

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To start, one Redditor replied, “god, family, ball, grind, gains, goals, hmu ;)”


Another added, “A list of emojis I’m supposed to decipher that explain who you are.”

Poor Grammar or Spelling Mistakes

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One simple comment read, “Bad grammar.”

Another comment was, “Text talk or incorrect spelling.”

Shirtless or Revealing Mirror Selfies

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One user replied, “Ones with shirtless mirror photos.”

Another user added, “The shirtless pic of you in your bathroom mirror.”

Generic or Cliché Phrases

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A funny comment was, “Who’s gonna be my ride or die.”

Another comment said, “If I see “I can be your redneck Romeo” one more time.”

Aggressive or Disrespectful Language

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One user replied, “Not on the profile, but when they msg you out of nowhere, and the first thing they say is s****.”

Overemphasis On Physical Appearance or Superficial Qualities

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A popular comment read, “No fatties.”

Another comment was “Comments (derogatory) about their expectations for women’s bodies. “No fatties,” “no pigs,” “if you weigh more than ___, just swipe left now,” etc. like eww and like just don’t ”

Mentioning A Large Number of Previous S**** Partners

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One Redditor added, “hearing about their ex/ bad breakup.”

Listing Unrealistic or Overly Specific Expectations For A Partner

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A user commented, “If I read your profile and like what I see, I may reply to your message.” Chill out there, Narcissist Ned.”

A second user replied, “Really, any list of people you don’t want to date. It just makes you look like an a*****…just filter out who you don’t want.”

Inappropriate Or Offensive Jokes/Comments

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One popular comment said, “Have usernames like “bigd****34” or “likestolick.”

Another comment was, “Putting a quote in their bio about how most women are crazy and how he’s looking for a woman who isn’t crazy.”

Specific Lifestyle Choices

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A user replied, “I’m most turned off by men that have a very specific set of “rules” or “priorities.” It makes it sound like they’re saying “this is the space in my life that you are expected to fill, don’t deviate from this.”

A second user added, “God and Jesus are my life. Looking for my future helpmeet. If you think you’re strong and independent, keep moving. Women like that will never submit to their godly husbands as the Bible commands.”

Bragging About Wealth or Material Possessions

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One Redditor replied, “When men list, “Makin $$$,” under profession. I don’t understand are they printing out counterfeit bills?”

Inconsistent or Vague Information in the Profile

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A most-liked comment read, “Ask me.” If you can’t articulate that much about yourself, swipe left.”

Negative or Bitter Language About Past Relationships

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A Redditor commented, “Complaining about exes on the profile is a big deal breaker for me.”

Lack of Effort or Creativity in the Profile Description

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A user commented, “Anything that insinuates you’re too good to be on [inserts dating site here]. If you were really too good for Tinder, you wouldn’t be on Tinder.”

Displaying An Excessive Focus on Partying or Drinking

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One Redditor replied, “Saying you like to party as if that’s your favorite hobby.”

A second Redditor added, “Not necessarily written, but in regards to pictures: a lot of party pictures where the person looks constantly drunk is an instant no.”

Inflating or Exaggerating Personal Accomplishments or Qualities

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Finally, a user commented, “A lot of pictures of them training/showing off their muscles. NO.”

Redditors have spoken, shedding light on the dating profile blunders that instantly turn off women. From poor grammar and clichés to offensive jokes and excessive focus on physical appearance, it’s clear that the key to a successful dating profile lies in authenticity, respect, and genuine effort. Paying attention to these deal-breakers can help men craft profiles that are more appealing and likely to attract meaningful connections.

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