Romantic Relationships

to act as though one is not interested in another person's romantic or sexual advances in order to increase their interest or desire

Alice enjoyed the attention she received from Michael, so she decided to play hard to get to keep him interested and maintain a sense of mystery.

to make it clear that one is interested in having a romantic or sexual relationship with someone

He was too shy to make the first move at the networking event.

a flirtatious comment used to initiate a conversation with someone, often with the intention of expressing romantic or sexual interest in them

Diana rolled her eyes when Nathan approached her with a cliché pick-up line at the nightclub.

to make it too obvious that one is interested in having a relationship with someone, often one that is sexual and not romantic

It was clear to everyone at the club that Peter was throwing himself at anyone who showed the slightest interest, desperate for attention.

to try to begin a sexual or romantic relationship with a particular person

John has been waiting for the right moment to make a move on Mary and ask her out for coffee.

to look at someone in a way that shows romantic or sexual interest by making flirtatious eye contact

She gave him the glad eye across the room at the party.

to cause a person to become greatly interested in one, particularly in the first encounter

Despite his nervousness, John used his sense of humor to charm the pants off his date, leaving her with a lasting impression.

to secretly or dishonestly intend to achieve wealth, power, etc.

The ambitious executive had designs on the CEO position and worked tirelessly to gain the necessary skills and experience.

to feel intense feelings of sexual attraction for someone

Jennifer had been having the hots for her gym instructor, Alex.