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Do you call your significant other "pet" names?

By Shala Marks
Created 08/16/2010 - 08:36
Yes-Terms such as baby, babe, sweetheart, and honey show signs of affection.
86% (48 votes)
No-My significant other has a name; he or she doesn't need another one.
7% (4 votes)
Depends-At first it can be awkward, but if I get over this feeling yes. If not, I tend to shy away from these titles.
7% (4 votes)
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