Breadcrumbing
The breadcrumber here isn't interested enough in pursuing an actual relationship, but also feels the need to string you along by providing a steady supply of confusing "breadcrumbs," like random flirty text messages, just enough to sustain contact. Why? They could like having you as an option (like benching), or are actually trying to break things off without fully ghosting or having a discussion about it. The fun part is, you don't know!
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