Have you ever been caught in an awkward situation where someone has a crush on you, but you’re already in a happy committed relationship?
At first, you brush it off as friendly joking. But then, the signs become too clear to ignore: the lingering looks, the flirty texts, the “accidental” run-ins.
You appreciate the attention, but your heart belongs to someone else. The thought of hurting someone’s feelings makes you a bit uncomfortable.
You’re torn between being flattered and feeling guilty, even though you haven’t encouraged these advances.
What’s more, you start to worry about what this could mean for your current relationship if your partner ever finds out.
You realize you need to address this situation before it escalates. But how do you turn down your new admirer without bruising their ego or making it awkward every time you run into each other afterward?
Well, this could either go smoothly or turn into an uncomfortable mess, depending on your approach.
When you find yourself in this tricky situation, it’s crucial to handle it with tact and sensitivity.
Here are some examples of how to let someone know you’re already seeing someone else.
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1. “Hey, I’ve really enjoyed getting to know you and I think you’re a great person. I wanted to be upfront and let you know that I’m currently in a relationship. I value our friendship and hope this doesn’t change that.”
2. “Hey, I think you’re awesome, but I should mention I’m already in a committed relationship.”
3. “I’m flattered by your interest, but just so you know, I’m happily taken.”
4. “I wanted to be transparent and let you know that I’m seeing someone. I hope we can still be friends!”
5. “Thanks for the invite! Just a heads up, I’m in a relationship, so I hope you’re cool with just hanging out as friends.”
6. “I feel it’s important to tell you that I’m currently in a relationship. I really value our friendship and wanted to be honest with you.”
7. “I’m glad we’ve gotten closer, but I feel it’s fair to let you know that I’m already with someone.”
8. “I’ve noticed some chemistry between us, but I’m already in a relationship and wanted to make sure we’re on the same page.”
9. “Hi, I wanted to say thank you for the attention you’ve shown me. It’s flattering, but I think it’s important to tell you that I’m already seeing someone. I hope we can continue to be friends, as I really enjoy our conversations.”
10. “I appreciate the attention, but I’m not available. I’m in a serious relationship and very happy.”
11. “It’s flattering to know you’re interested, but I’m already seeing someone and committed to them.”
12. “I enjoy our friendship and didn’t want to lead you on, so I thought I should mention that I’m in a relationship.”
13. “I think you’re wonderful, but it wouldn’t be fair to not tell you that I’m already in a relationship.”
14. “Thanks for being so cool, but just so you know, I’m happily dating someone already.”
15. “I hope this doesn’t change our friendship, but I’m in a relationship and wanted to be clear about it.”
16. “I’m flattered by your attention, but I’m in a relationship and I take it very seriously.”
17. “I’m glad we get along so well, but I think it’s important for you to know I’m in a committed relationship.”
18. “I’m in a happy relationship, so I can only offer friendship.”
19. “It’s been fun getting to know you, but I want to be clear that I’m in a loving relationship.”
20. “I’ve enjoyed our conversations, but I think it’s important to tell you that I’m in a relationship.”
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21. “Just a heads up, I’m in a relationship, so I’m not available for anything more than friendship.”
22. “I respect you and wanted to be honest – I’m taken.”
23. “It’s nice to meet someone as cool as you, but I should let you know I’m in a relationship.”
24. “Thanks for being so understanding, but I am in a relationship already.”
25. “I’m in a happy and fulfilling relationship, so I’m not available for dating.”
26. “Just so you know, I’m in a relationship and not looking to date.”
27. “I appreciate you reaching out, but I am seeing someone else.”
28. “You’re a fantastic person, but I’m in a committed relationship.”
29. “Thanks for the offer, but I have a boyfriend.”
30. “I’m glad we get along so well, but I’m in a relationship.”
31. “I think it’s important to let you know that I’m in a relationship and not available.”
32. “Thanks for the compliment, but I’m already seeing someone.”
33. “I’m flattered by your interest, but I have a boyfriend and we’re pretty serious.”
34. “Thanks for the invite! I should mention though that I have a significant other.”
35. “I appreciate your compliments, but I’m already seeing someone. Hope we can still be friends!”
36. “Thanks for being so cool, but just FYI, I’m in a relationship.”
37. “You’re a great guy, but I’m already in a serious relationship.”
38. “I’m in a happy relationship, so I can’t accept your offer, but thanks!”
39. “It’s nice to meet someone as sweet as you, but I should let you know I’m in a relationship.”
40. “I’m in a committed relationship and wanted to be upfront about that.”
41. “I hope this doesn’t change our friendship, but I’m already in a relationship.”
42. “I think you’re amazing, but I’m already taken.”
43. “I’m glad we get along so well, but I’m in a relationship.”
44. “I’m happily involved with someone else, so I can only offer friendship.”
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