Dating & Relationships
Slow fade
Slowly pulling away instead of direct breakup
Literal Meaning
Compound describing gradual disappearance
Actual Meaning
Gradually reducing communication to end a relationship without confrontation
Examples in Context

Friend: 'He's doing the slow fade.' (Translation: He's gradually pulling away)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Less harsh than ghosting
  • 2Still avoids honesty
  • 3Direct communication better
Phrase Thesaurus
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gradual withdrawal
disengagement
drifting apart
subtle retreat
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