Meaning of "A rut"
This is a phase that occurs as a relationship progresses, when the initial excitement fades and feelings of boredom, indifference, and listlessness set in.
"We do like each other, but lately we’ve hit a rut, so we’re talking less and I feel like our connection has grown a bit stale."
Related slang words
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