Dating & Relationships
Love bombing
Warning sign of potentially controlling behavior
Literal Meaning
Compound of 'love' + 'bombing' (overwhelming attack)
Actual Meaning
Overwhelming someone with excessive affection early in a relationship - often manipulative
Examples in Context

Friend: 'He's already saying he loves me after a week - is this love bombing?'

Helpful Tips
  • 1Can be a red flag
  • 2Healthy love develops gradually
  • 3Trust your instincts
Phrase Thesaurus
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affection overload
romantic manipulation
emotional flooding
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