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Is your partner micro-cheating on you? 7 signs to know

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Feb 22, 2024, 01:01 IST
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Telltale signs of micro-cheating in a relationship

Micro-cheating involves deceptive behaviour and an act of keeping things secret while being committed in a relationship. It implies subtle signs of infidelity that erode intimacy in a relationship. Here we list down 7 signs of micro-cheating in a relationship.


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Secretive behaviour​

It is important to differentiate between privacy and secrecy. Everyone has their personal space while being in a relationship. However, hiding things from your partner is an act of secrecy. Texting someone or meeting someone secretly is a sign of micro-cheating in a relationship.

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​Flirting

Having a flirtatious conversation with the opposite sex is a sign that you are being micro-cheated in a relationship. For instance, being flirtatious with your colleagues at the workplace.

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Online courting ​

Online courting is an act of seeking romantic connections online, probably through social media and dating apps. If your partner secretly follows the opposite sex and likes their pictures or engages in frequent texting, then it is a warning sign in a relationship.

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Lying​

They don’t tell you the truth about their whereabouts. For instance, they might spend time with their colleague and may not tell you honestly about it. They act like staying occupied with work to avoid spending time with you.

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​Dating apps

While being committed in a relationship, dating apps are of no use. However, using dating apps while being in a relationship shows that the person might be seeking connections outside their relationship.

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They talk to their ex​

A disloyal partner can try to connect back to their ex. Staying in touch with your ex is an indication of unresolved emotional issues. Seeking out reconciliation with your partner is a sign of micro-cheating in a relationship.

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They are always busy on their phone​

If your partner constantly tries to ignore you just to keep scrolling on their phone, it may be a sign that they are micro-cheating on you. If you repeatedly catch them texting, or talking to someone secretly, then it could be a possible sign of an extra-marital affair.

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