negging

[US]/ˈneɡɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈneɡɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.The act of giving a backhanded compliment or subtle put-down as a flirting technique

Phrases & Collocations

negging technique

stop negging

negging tactics

negging works

negging fails

negging behavior

constant negging

negging example

negging mindset

casual negging

Example Sentences

that's a nice outfit, but you could definitely do better.

you're pretty smart for someone who didn't go to college.

i like your smile, though you should show it more often.

your hair looks nice today, much better than last time.

you're not usually my type, but there's something different about you.

that's a clever observation, coming from you.

i appreciate your effort, though it needs work.

you have a good personality, which makes up for your looks.

your taste in music isn't bad, especially for a beginner.

you look pretty when you dress up like that.

that's an interesting choice of words, for once.

you're fun to talk to, despite your awkwardness.

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