Language may only take us so far in describing the varied ways that we actually relate with each other. In English, acquaintance, friend, lover, partner, spouse, and co-conspirator are just a few of the words that we use to describe our social connections. Other neologisms and creative mashups used to describe some connections include flirtationship, hookup, crush, triad, bromance, squish, and polycule. In other languages there are yet many more words that have no translation to English and that describe with detail and nuance even more about our global and local social realities. Yet, while there are many words to describe relationships, there may not be enough or the right words to describe every connection in our lives. When words feel inadequate, what's something you do to stay curious about your social connections?
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