More Millennial and Gen Z couples are using the word “partner” for their significant others, claiming “boyfriend” and “girlfriend” don’t convey in the significance of their commitment.
Online dating is essentially a startup pitch. You spend weeks reviewing 'applications,' then finally meet for an in-person 'investor meeting' to discuss potential 'synergies.' If things go well, you can initiate a merger, but if the market shifts—aka they’re not into your favorite TV shows—you’ll quietly dissolve the partnership and move on to the next opportunity.