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pie hunting
What does pie hunting mean?
Deliberately pursuing people who are recently hurt or emotionally vulnerable, on the assumption they'll be low-maintenance or easy to win over. A predatory pattern.
"He only messages girls fresh out of breakups, he's pie hunting."
Origin
British slang; a 'pie' being someone seen as an easy target.
Frequently asked questions
What does pie hunting mean?
It means deliberately targeting people who are recently hurt or emotionally vulnerable, on the assumption they'll be easier to win over. It's a predatory dating pattern.
Is pie hunting a bad thing?
Yes, it's viewed negatively because it exploits people at a vulnerable moment for the pursuer's advantage.
Where does the term pie hunting come from?
It's British slang, where a 'pie' is someone seen as an easy target.
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