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Sliding into DMs
Initiating private contact via social media
Literal Meaning
To move or glide into private messaging sections of a social media platform
Actual Meaning
Sending a private message, usually with romantic intent
Examples in Context

Friend: 'He slid into my DMs.' (Translation: He sent me a flirty private message)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Usually implies romantic intent
  • 2Can be welcome or unwelcome
  • 3Modern dating behavior
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