Was Stringing Me Along?

string someone along
to maintain someone's attention or interest, probably insincerely. You are just stringing me along because you like to borrow my car. You are not a real friend.

How can you tell if someone is stringing you along?

7 Signs Your Partner Isn't Taking It Slow, They're Stringing You...
  1. You're Only Ever Together When It's Convenient For Them. ...
  2. They Barely Have Their Life Together. ...
  3. They've Stopped Planning Dates. ...
  4. They Avoid Meeting Your Friends And Family. ...
  5. They're All About Enjoying The Moment. ...
  6. They Take Way More Than They Give.

What does it mean when someone is stringing you along?

This is a person who is willing to exploit your affections for his own gratification. Maybe his needs are for affection, sex, someone to have some fun with; whatever his needs are, stringing you along means that he's not into you enough to make any kind of commitment.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.