1. **Guiding a date**: “Aww, that’s quite a creative line! Let’s see if our chemistry can speak for itself over a good conversation. How about we grab a drink and chat?”
2. **Pretending not to understand**: “I’m sorry, I’m not quite sure what you mean by ‘hinge.’ Could you please clarify? Let’s start with some light-hearted banter instead.”
3. **Politely rejecting**: “Thank you for the compliment, but I prefer getting to know someone through shared interests and genuine connections. Let’s focus on enjoying this Hinge moment together.”
4. **Anti-PUA**: “While I appreciate your effort, I believe in meaningful connections built on mutual respect. Let’s have a real conversation and see where things go, rather than relying on pick-up lines.”
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