By Sreejan Guha Niyogi Last Updated:
Being single can take a toll on you. Especially, if most of your friends are seeing other people and you are usually, the odd one out in a group situation. The only one in the group who gets hit hard is you, as your friends can not see you single, thus they keep ending up finding dates for you. Well, dating seems like the best solution for this social crisis. But, some day luck may not favour you and for some random reason you might end up on a date with a total weirdo.
If that happens, fret not. We have for you eight smart moves that can get you out of a disaster date without even hurting the guy. Take a look!
As funny as you may think this is, playing sick is the best exit strategy. All you have to do is make an excuse like “I am feeling nauseous” or “Something does not feel right in my stomach” and head to the bathroom. Do not come out for at least 20 mins. By this time he will start getting a bit worried. And, this is your best chance to say you need to go home.
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First few minutes are enough to guess how the rest of your date will go. The moment you realise it, grab your phone and text your friend, telling them to call you within the next 30 minutes. This way he will not feel suspicious, and you will have enough time to make a final judgement about your date. Say there is an emergency at home and run as fast as you can.
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The best way to blow him off is to try and hook him up with your friend. This technique is like a slow slap that sets in after a long time.
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Initiate a conversation about a friend or something else you had done recently. Suddenly exclaim that you had to do this important thing, and you completely forgot about it. Before he has a chance to realise what is happening, take off.
What are friends for if not to save you from a disastrous date. Text a friend who might be in the vicinity and invite them to your date. This will totally confuse him and eventually put him off. Quickly ask your friend to get you out of there.
Pretend to check your mail, or begin by asking him about his work and then, slowly get to your job. Once you get the perfect opportunity, tell him you had this project you need to urgently wrap up, and pose the deadline in two hours.
There is no clearer way of expressing your feelings for a boy. Once you know this date is not going well, just drop this bomb on him, “Hey, I really had a nice time. But, I only like you 'AS A FRIEND'.” If this does not work, nothing will.
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Tell him that your younger brother or sister is at home alone, and you need to go look after them. Your parents have left for something important suddenly, and you need to cover for them.
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Well, these awesome tips are bound to get you out of a disastrous date. So, do not be afraid of going on a blind date as you have so many exit strategies ready!