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future proofing
What does future proofing mean?
Future proofing is prioritizing a partner's long-term compatibility and shared goals, or conversely, ending a good relationship early to avoid a hypothetical future heartbreak.
"He broke it off future proofing, sure we'd fail once he moves next year."
Origin
Borrowed from product design; applied to relationship longevity.
Frequently asked questions
What does future proofing mean in dating?
It's ending or avoiding a relationship early because you're worried about hypothetical future problems, rather than judging things as they actually are.
Where does the term future proofing come from?
It's borrowed from product design, where future-proofing means building something to withstand future change, here applied to relationships.
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