Women Are Sharing The Things Men Do That Aren't As Attractive As They Might Think

When it comes to dating, there are always those initial moments when someone tries to impress you with a funny one-liner or smooth gesture. But what about when those moments backfire and it ends up being a huge turn-off?

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So, when Reddit user RedemptionKingu asked, "What's one thing men do that they think is attractive but actually isn't?" women didn't hold anything back. Here's are some of the most relatable responses that were shared:

1."Sending unsolicited dick pics."

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2."Sleeping with as many women as they possibly can while demanding his future wife be a virgin."

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3."Not showing emotions. Let me know when you're sad, upset, or mad about something."

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4."Revving their engines. Immediately turns me into the Sahara."

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5."Bragging how they haven't cheated on you like they need a medal. Dude, it's the expected minimum."

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6."They think being mean or roasting a girl makes them attractive."

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7."Trying to start fist fights with other guys for dumb reasons."

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8."Showing me pictures of the hot women they've dated. Yeah, this actually happened once."

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9."When they aspire to be an alpha male."

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10."Talking over people in a group and always trying to be the loudest or most dominate person in conversation. It makes you look like a rude asshole."

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11."Bragging about how successful they are with women. It always comes across as desperate and not really believable."

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12."There's such thing as too confident. Also, don't order my meal for me."

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13."Putting down other men to try and elevate their image to me. It does the opposite of their desired effect."

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14."Bragging about how good they are at sex."

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15."Talking about other women who are texting them, want to date them, or are into them."

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16."Oversized pickups or extreme lift kits. Nothing says I'm insecure like taking up four parking spaces!"

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17."Going to the gym is his entire personality."

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18."Bragging about how much money they make or what they own."

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19."Talking s--t or dogging other women because they think you will feel special and chosen."

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20."Driving too fast. It's not impressive when you're endangering my life."

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21."When they are trying hard to act cool. Nah, I like it when men are comfortable enough to show their vulnerability."

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22."When he tries to be someone he is not."

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23."Bragging about the size of their package when who really cares…"

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What other unattractive qualities or traits would you add to this list? Share your suggestion in the comments!

Note: Some responses have been edited for length and/or clarity.