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He says "you're sweet" and he means it as a high complement...Page 1 of 4 (1, 2, 3, 4)
I did a search before posting this, so please don't tell me its been done to death...
I always felt when someone said "she is sweet" it usually meant you can't think of anything better to say about the person. Like when you are fixing someone up on a blind date, and they ask what is she like. If the answer is "She is really sweet." most guys would say "I'll pass." I guess it has the same connotation with men. If a man you don't know is described as sweet, lots of ladies would pass for the same reason.
Now let's look at the word in a different context. You know the woman. You have been dating each other exclusively for months. You are both looking for a long term relationship. When talking about what things you like about each other he gives his "short" list, 1. You're sweet 2. You're and incredible cook 3. You've got the touch.
I was shocked that the first thing that came out of his mouth was "you're sweet".
How come when its a blind date, and you are told the girl is sweet you pass, but when you are already in a monogamous relationship all of a sudden it becomes a complement. I don't get it. When you are looking for someone that you are considering as a long term partner, is a woman being " sweet" on your list of desired qualities.
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