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With the motto 'designed to be deleted', Hinge is a dating app that aims to foster more meaningful connections between its users. However, since around 20 million people are using it, you won't always find what you're looking for; you can't hit it off with everyone.

Just as with Tinder, this community also has its subreddit. The aptly titled r/HingeApp is a place where folks come together to request a profile review, ask for advice, and share their romantic experiences.

Interested in the latter, we at Bored Panda put together a list of screenshots that we believe perfectly illustrate what dating in 2023 looks like. Continue scrolling to see if you agree!

#1

This Is Literally All You Need To Do After A Less Than Ideal Date. Takes Just A Minute And It’s Far Better Than Ghosting

This Is Literally All You Need To Do After A Less Than Ideal Date. Takes Just A Minute And It’s Far Better Than Ghosting

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In 2022, three-in-ten U.S. adults said they have ever used a dating site or app, identical to the share who said this in 2019.

However, online dating is more common among younger adults than among older people. About half of those under 30 (53%) report having ever used a dating site or app, compared with 37% of those ages 30 to 49, 20% of those 50 to 64, and 13% of those 65 and older.

#4

Since I Absolutely Hate Ghosting

Since I Absolutely Hate Ghosting

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Men are somewhat more likely than women to have tried online dating (34% vs. 27%), as are those with at least some college education when compared to those with a high school diploma or less.

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Not surprisingly, adults who have never been married are much more likely than their married peers to report having used online dating sites or apps (52% vs. 16%). Adults who are currently living with a partner (46%) or who are divorced, separated, or widowed (36%) are also more likely to have tried online dating than married adults.

#7

There’s A Lot Hinging On This, Grace

There’s A Lot Hinging On This, Grace

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love it, it's very unique, fun and spontaneous. I hope they dated.

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#9

Pls Confirm

Pls Confirm

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Kioh81
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the response. Are we going to be soul mates or are you planning our demise at the moment.... hahaha VERY good point to know when dating someone !!

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Tinder tops the list of dating sites or apps and is particularly popular among adults under 30. Some 46% of online dating users say they have tried it, followed by about three in ten who have used Match (31%) or Bumble (28%).

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OkCupid, eHarmony and our beloved Hinge are each used by about a fifth of online dating users. Grindr and HER are used by very few (6% and 3%, respectively) but are more popular among LGB than straight adults.

#10

I Feel Like This Is The Only Answer I See To This Prompt

I Feel Like This Is The Only Answer I See To This Prompt

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#11

I Just Had To Make This Prompt Into A Meme

I Just Had To Make This Prompt Into A Meme

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#13

So, A Kinda Hot Guy Responded To My Profile Video. I Matched Right Away, But Went To Bed. I Woke Up To A Notification Of A Response From Him, But His Picture Changed And He Is Definitely Not The Same Guy. I’m Kinda Being Mean About It But I’m Just Really Annoyed

So, A Kinda Hot Guy Responded To My Profile Video. I Matched Right Away, But Went To Bed. I Woke Up To A Notification Of A Response From Him, But His Picture Changed And He Is Definitely Not The Same Guy. I’m Kinda Being Mean About It But I’m Just Really Annoyed

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As you can see from the pictures, the online dating landscape is hard to describe. Among those who have dabbled in it, slightly more say their personal experiences have been very or somewhat positive than say they have been very or somewhat negative (53% vs. 46%).

#14

Are There Other Reasons?

Are There Other Reasons?

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Among current or recent online dating users, 54% of women say they have felt overwhelmed by the number of messages they received via these services, while just a quarter of men says the same.

By contrast, 64% of men have felt insecure because of the lack of messages they received, compared to just 40% of women who could say the same.

#18

Ladies Don't Do This. Atleast Have The Balls To Cancel

Ladies Don't Do This. Atleast Have The Balls To Cancel

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#20

I Don’t Think I’m Going To Match With Her, But I Couldn’t Resist Making This Joke

I Don’t Think I’m Going To Match With Her, But I Couldn’t Resist Making This Joke

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Most U.S. adults are skeptical about dating algorithms being able to predict love. Only one-in-five adults (21%) think that these computer programs can determine whether two people will eventually fall for one another. Much greater shares of Americans either say these apps and websites could not do this (35%) or are unsure (43%).

If I was to choose a side after scrolling through these images, I would probably have to agree with the latter group.

#22

Probably Won't Get A Response, But I Love My Clever Responses

Probably Won't Get A Response, But I Love My Clever Responses

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#23

You Have No Idea How Much This Made Me Laugh. Fair Play

You Have No Idea How Much This Made Me Laugh. Fair Play

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#24

You’ve Got To Make Yourself Laugh On This App - The Rest Is Just A Bonus

You’ve Got To Make Yourself Laugh On This App - The Rest Is Just A Bonus

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#28

That Phone Must Be Super Slow To Charge! A.k.a. The Absolute Audacity

That Phone Must Be Super Slow To Charge! A.k.a. The Absolute Audacity

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SuperChicken
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maaaaaaybe, the other person had to order online and there was a delay in shipping? I don't know. Sorry, just throwing darts in the dark out there.🥴🤦🏻‍♀️

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#29

If You’re Not Matching, You’re Learning

If You’re Not Matching, You’re Learning

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Genericist
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate it when people screenshoot replies they haven't sent. "Look at this hilarious thing I'm not actually brave enough to say..."

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#30

Ahh One Of Those Girls

Ahh One Of Those Girls

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#32

I Have A Pic Of Myself Dressed As Dr.phil On My Profile And I Don’t Think My Matches Are Prepared For My Equally Weird Responses

I Have A Pic Of Myself Dressed As Dr.phil On My Profile And I Don’t Think My Matches Are Prepared For My Equally Weird Responses

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#33

She Also Did Not Match

She Also Did Not Match

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ashamed of how long it took me to get this one hahaha

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#34

What Would You Have Done If Your Date Took Almost An Hour To Be There, When Plans Were Set At 8pm?

What Would You Have Done If Your Date Took Almost An Hour To Be There, When Plans Were Set At 8pm?

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Auntie Bear
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd consider waiting if there was a good reason. Having to get gas is not a good reason and the phone being on dnd does not affect arrival time.

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#35

A Match Made In Mediocrity

A Match Made In Mediocrity

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Mat Hall
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Are we really censoring "w***y"? That's the word a three year old would use, who is it going to be offending, exactly?

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#36

Day 2 On Hinge For Me... This Is A Joke ...right?

Day 2 On Hinge For Me... This Is A Joke ...right?

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#37

He Asked Me Why I Haven’t Visited The City Much This Past Year

He Asked Me Why I Haven’t Visited The City Much This Past Year

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N.
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those same people probably don't wear condoms either and, call me old fashioned, I just don't want a man who plays fast and loose with viruses.

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#38

How Quickly The Conversation Turned 😂

How Quickly The Conversation Turned 😂

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#39

Figured This One Was Worth Sharing With Y’all

Figured This One Was Worth Sharing With Y’all

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#40

Nope.. 🏃🏻‍♀️🚩

Nope.. 🏃🏻‍♀️🚩

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