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The ick: The psychology of why a romantic partner can suddenly repulse you

Source: Phys.org · Published 6 Oct 2026, 20:20

Ever felt a sudden wave of cringe toward someone you were into—all because they wore questionable shoes or chewed a bit too loudly? Congratulations, you've caught "the ick."

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