https://freerepublic.com/tag/cheapdates/ en-us Tue, 8 Nov 2022 02:40:03 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-backroom/4107116/posts Thank “infla-dating,” a term coined by dating app Plenty of Fish that means going on less expensive dates in the age of inflation due to the rising cost of living from food and drinks to gas, clothes and other everyday expenses. A steep 48% of single millennials and Gen Zers suggested going on more budget-friendly dates in a survey of 8,000 Plenty of Fish users for its annual dating trends list. It’s not surprising, considering consumer prices surged 8.2% year over year in September, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The sticker shock is enough to make flirting happen... New York Post https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-backroom/4107116/posts#comment Tue, 8 Nov 2022 02:40:03 GMT https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2327504/posts Dating when money's tight can be a challenge. You want to make a big impression and not look like a cheapskate. With a bit of creativity, you can keep things interesting without overspending. Here are 10 ways to plan a cheap date, plus dozens of ideas to get you started. Many are free, and none should cost more than $20 total: Chicago Tribune https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2327504/posts#comment Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:08:42 GMT