Sentences with phrase «especially via online dating»

I think for a lot of us raised in the romantic West, if we don't feel «chemistry» when we first meet a new man, especially via online dating, then we pretty much write off the date.

Not exact matches

Some of these differences include: the ability to search from a deep pool of potential partners outside of one's existing social networks; the ability to communicate online or via email prior to arranging for a face - to - face interaction; and matching algorithms that allow users to filter potential partners based on pre-existing criteria.3 Other research has indicated that the efficiency of online dating and the size of the potential dating pool compared with traditional methods make the process especially useful for people (such as gays and lesbians, or middle aged heterosexuals) who may have limited options for meeting people within their immediate geographic area or social circle.4 Still others have speculated that the rise of online dating has encouraged young adults, especially men, to forego marriage because they can always find women to date and that lowers their interest in committing to long term relationships.5

Seniors are again especially notable in this regard, as 20 % of those 65 and older now know someone who has entered into a serious relationship with someone they met via online dating.

Similarly, college graduates and the relatively affluent are especially likely to say that they know someone who has met a spouse or long - term partner via online dating — and once again, nearly every major demographic group is more likely to know someone who has done this compared with eight years ago.