Are Pick-Up Lines Going Extinct?

In the world of modern dating, things have changed a lot.

• The Old Way: People used to approach each other in person and use pick-up lines to start conversations.
• The New Way: With dating apps taking over, many people struggle to talk to strangers face-to-face.

A Recent Outing Highlights the Issue

A recent outing with a friend highlighted this problem. This friend was:

• Good-looking
• Single
• Polite

But he was too nervous to talk to a woman he found attractive at a bar. Instead, he checked dating apps to see if she was on there. He didn’t even have a pick-up line ready, which made us wonder: are pick-up lines becoming a thing of the past?

Hitting the Streets of Bondi

To find out, people hit the streets of Bondi and asked locals if pick-up lines are still a thing. The responses were mixed:

• Some people said pick-up lines are rare now, but a few still use them.
• Others thought they were sleazy or just plain dead.
• A few young people even said they had never heard a pick-up line in real life.

The Shift to Dating Apps

However, not everyone thinks pick-up lines are gone for good. Some believe they’ve just moved to dating apps.

• A Millennial mentioned that a good pick-up line on an app can be a fun way to start a conversation.
• She even defended pick-up lines, saying they can be a lighthearted icebreaker if done right.

Racing NSW's Attempt to Bring Back Pick-Up Lines

Even Racing NSW is trying to bring pick-up lines back with a competition for their Golden Mingle event. They’re asking people to share their best pick-up lines for a chance to win $10, 000.

• But will these lines actually work on the thousands of young women attending the event?
• Only time will tell.

The Verdict

So, are pick-up lines dead? Not completely, but they’re definitely on the decline. And so far, nothing better has come along to replace them.

Unless you think “Are you up? ” is the way to go.