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Common phrases that might signal a fake friend

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Common phrases that might signal a fake friend
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Nic Wright
12/05/2025 17:45 ‧ 1 week ago | StarsInsider

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Navigating friendships in today's world can be tough—even tougher when someone you thought was your friend turns out to be disingenuous. Often, it’s not even their actions but their communication that reveals their true intentions. Certain phrases might seem innocent but can serve as red flags indicating a friend’s lack of authenticity. In this gallery, we’ll decode common phrases used by fake friends and explore what these statements really signify about their true feelings and intentions.

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