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16 phrases all guys love to hear

We spend so much time trying to figure out how to get through to the men in our lives that we figured, why not just ask? Next time you're ready for a little something different, trot out one of these man-approved lines and see where it gets you!

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Let's eat

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"Dinner is ready!" — John M., 28

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Spic-and-span

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"Let me wash the dishes." — Ant V., 38

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Daddy, dearest

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"Thank you for helping with the kids today." -- Steve V., 39

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In the driver's seat

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No time like the present

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"Why don't you take a man day for yourself?" — Mark K., 38

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Hot and heavy

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"The massage table is set up and the oil is warming." — Shane L., 35

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Bursting with pride

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"You mean a lot to me and I'm proud of how hard you work for our family." — Chris B., 43

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Good in bed

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"Your penis is perfect." — Brandon C., 25

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The perfect team

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"It's so nice to be able to share my life with you." — Phil B., 37

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Jan 27, 2013 2:05PM

Maybe you should now give men a list of things women might like to hear! We also work hard / take care of family / deserve a night out with the girls / watch a t.v. program we'd enjoy etc.

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Jan 27, 2013 1:18PM

Not one of these 16 archaic ridiculously stupid lines would ever come to my mind

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anonamous worker

Jan 27, 2013 3:45PM

Hey....what woman wouldn't like to hear some of those things too!! Ok, MOST of those things! REALLY??? And for all of us hard working women I'd like to hear a man saying: I know that you work hard too hun, so I would be happy to split the chores up to make it easier on BOTH of us! and then have him actually do them without nagging! OH YEAH!!

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Jan 27, 2013 5:58PM

gooky - if you're female, ask your bf & male friends how they would like hearing these lines. you'll see that they should come to your mind. and think about how you like being appreciated & admired. do unto others.

except for the one 'thank you for helping with the kids'. if they're his kids, he can't 'help' and he can't babysit. it's his job to participate in their care & their lives.

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Jan 27, 2013 2:06PM

ps. .... and they are not always right!!!

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Jan 27, 2013 5:54PM

OMG, ya just know that this is a joke report? I mean even my young adult sons are not this shallow. Seriously, This is facebook worthy its so bad!

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Jan 30, 2013 7:02PM

To all those who are dismissing these statements: you're 100% wrong. As Fleetwood Mac said, "tell me lies; tell me sweet little lies."

If you don't find his penis perfect, you're with the wrong guy. If you do, why wouldn't you say so? I wouldn't say it in those words, but letting him know he's pleasing you is really important.

My wife telling me that I have a good body is one of the things that keeps me working out four times a week. My wife gave me a warm oil massage last night after sex because my lower back has been hurting for the past two weeks. And yes, I've given her more than my share for warm oil massages -- more than she's given me.

You want us to tell you you're pretty or that your butt isn't fat; you don't think we need to hear that you value us as well? Trust me, we ALL need a little affirmation from time to time. Studies have shown that seeking out such affirmations are a leading cause of affairs -- so mock this stuff at your own risk

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Jan 30, 2013 6:54PM

"Your penis is perfect" is a good one. My new girlfriend has actually said this to me (or something close) Many men have size concerns; it's actually one of the few things we're insecure about. We can have a 42 inch waist and feel like the sexiest guy in the room, but the average endowed guy is often concerned about whether he's pleasing you with his average endowment. But don't say it just to say it; only say it if it's working for you.

"You're so strong" goes to our views of ourselves as masculine creatures.

"You're so clever (smart)" is one I was surprised not to see on the list.

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Courtney Minks-Moniz

Jan 29, 2013 2:22AM

My boyfriend laugh his **** off if I said any of this to him.. This is really lame..

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Jan 31, 2013 3:47PM

some women are so blind that they don't hear/see the little compliments he gives

it doesn't always have to be how great you look, how fresh you smell..

pay attn to his expressions, that shows more than any words could say

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Jan 27, 2013 5:14PM

Hmmmm who wrote this a guy perhaps: A Muslim in the middle east perhaps?

....Just a tad bit sexist by modern Western standards if you ask me.

Why is it in the average American home the woman:

Holds down a challenging job/career

and

Expected to take care of the children

Have total responsiblity for budgeting and paying bills

And maintenance cleaning

So where's the artical where men ask what

We women would like to hear?

Life is a two way street to function properly.

Otherwise, you're on a lonely one way trip to a dead end street.

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Feb 1, 2013 10:59PM

Keep in mind that you should never give your mate a compliment unless it's heartfelt. Almost anyone can spot a phony compliment. I've always lived by the words "Say what you mean, and mean what you say, but if you don't have something positive to say, then say nothing" and I've always had good relationships. If you both work, then you shouldn't have to thank your mate for doing something that they should already be doing in a 50/50 partnership. You should, most definitely, be thanking your mate if they're picking up the slack for you!

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Mar 5, 2013 5:46AM

wats funny about the below comments is...girls...they are MEN...everything we hate in life starts with them...MENstrual cramps..MENopause...MENingitis..fact is men will always be a pain in your ****...and it is veeryy unlikely you'll find this "romantic" guy ur lookin for..they dont think that way..so find one u can stand at least five says a week and be happy with that

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Jan 31, 2013 5:16AM

#1: Don't drink.

#2: Depends on what you cooked; I'm picky.

#3: Maytag exists for a Reason.

#4: Hate kids.

#5: You drive a vehicle until it dies. Period.

#6: Very well. Leave the house until evening.

#7: Get Away From Me.

#8: Independently Wealthy. Next!

#9: Don't require approval.

#10: Of course it is. What's a "team"?

#11: Good. And, good. Back to eBay!

#12: Don't require approval. I'm Me, I'm perfect.

#13: If you think I deserve my friends, you must really hate my guts.

#14: Don't require permission.

#15: Don't require approval. Or opinions.

#16: "I Am Right, End of Subject." This has been my coda, all my life. Refer to it, those who think I read Replies.

...and, no. You're wrong. Married for over 13 years. She's WAY better, than any of You. Or, she wouldn't have chosen Me. > : )

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Jan 29, 2013 4:31PM

Say NO to Legalizing Girl/Boy Circumcision. Say NO to 17 Year-Old Vagina/Penis Carrying 70 Year-Old Clitoris/Glans.

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