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By *oxAndK OP   Couple
over a year ago

near Dublin ;)

Or - “You don’t look 40 at all”

Or “you look so good for your age”

Is it just me - or do those phrases rub anyone else up the wrong way??

Maybe it’s just me being too sensitive?? I’m early 40s and had never even really though about my age until started swinging.

I’ll try accept the backhanded compliment graciously I suppose??

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yeah these things all bother me and puts me right off

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I think foot in mouth disease is alive and well on Fab

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By *etcplCouple
over a year ago

Gapping Fanny

I just want to park my dick in anything so will say what I think will get me there

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By *ampWithABrainWoman
over a year ago

Glasgow

Yea try being 50!

Btw you look hot full stop!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

“Most people say, when a woman's

over about 42, that she's sexy

"for her age."”

- Nancy in Good luck to you Leo Grande

Great film.

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By *luebell888Woman
over a year ago

Glasgowish

To be honest it doesn't bother me. A compliment is always appreciated.

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By *ampWithABrainWoman
over a year ago

Glasgow


"“Most people say, when a woman's

over about 42, that she's sexy

"for her age."”

- Nancy in Good luck to you Leo Grande

Great film. "

Not seen this yet but want to love Emma Thompson

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By *ampWithABrainWoman
over a year ago

Glasgow


"To be honest it doesn't bother me. A compliment is always appreciated."

This is not really a compliment though

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By *aptain Caveman41Man
over a year ago

Home

Wouldn't it be worse if they said you look your age. I take it as a compliment when someone says I look younger than my age.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I guess it’s better than being told you look shit for your age!

Thing is I have said it before and meant it genuinely, some people DO look great for their age, it is meant as a compliment if said sincerely (rather than a throwaway chat up line).

It’s a shame if good intentions are discarded as offensive of crass imho, but hey, what do I know as I’m not the one on the receiving ends of such things!

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By *ed VoluptaWoman
over a year ago

Wirral.


"I guess it’s better than being told you look shit for your age!

Thing is I have said it before and meant it genuinely, some people DO look great for their age, it is meant as a compliment if said sincerely (rather than a throwaway chat up line).

It’s a shame if good intentions are discarded as offensive of crass imho, but hey, what do I know as I’m not the one on the receiving ends of such things! "

Yup, I agree Dan.

As long as it's not a "line", I accept the compliment graciously. I've often said it to folk myself & it was always received well. X

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By *ex HolesMan
over a year ago

Up North

I think you’re being too sensitive OP

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I guess it’s better than being told you look shit for your age!

Thing is I have said it before and meant it genuinely, some people DO look great for their age, it is meant as a compliment if said sincerely (rather than a throwaway chat up line).

It’s a shame if good intentions are discarded as offensive of crass imho, but hey, what do I know as I’m not the one on the receiving ends of such things!

Yup, I agree Dan.

As long as it's not a "line", I accept the compliment graciously. I've often said it to folk myself & it was always received well. X"

I think its more about the person paying the compliment rather than the compliment itself

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By *iromancergirl1Woman
over a year ago

bolton

I get it a lot to but it doesn’t really bother me to be honest.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Could be wrong but maybe the OP just feels why comment on her age at all? What does it bring to the conversation?

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By *ampWithABrainWoman
over a year ago

Glasgow


"Could be wrong but maybe the OP just feels why comment on her age at all? What does it bring to the conversation? "

Exactly

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By *aptain Caveman41Man
over a year ago

Home

I think fab should have a rule book on how to compliment people on here, it might help stop people being offended for ill advised compliments.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"I think fab should have a rule book on how to compliment people on here, it might help stop people being offended for ill advised compliments. "

Why not just say "you look great" and not qualify it with reference to age.

Ditto for things like "you're pretty for a fat lass" or "you're really attractive, even though you're disabled."

Just feels like the person is suggested that slightly older or fatter or disabled (or whatever) women aren't generally seen as attractive.

I've not had the "great for your age" line yet, but have had the other two.

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By *aptain Caveman41Man
over a year ago

Home


"I think fab should have a rule book on how to compliment people on here, it might help stop people being offended for ill advised compliments.

Why not just say "you look great" and not qualify it with reference to age.

Ditto for things like "you're pretty for a fat lass" or "you're really attractive, even though you're disabled."

Just feels like the person is suggested that slightly older or fatter or disabled (or whatever) women aren't generally seen as attractive.

I've not had the "great for your age" line yet, but have had the other two. "

you'd swear someone said something horrible to the lady, why not take it as a compliment and not be so easily offended by the smallest little things.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"I think fab should have a rule book on how to compliment people on here, it might help stop people being offended for ill advised compliments.

Why not just say "you look great" and not qualify it with reference to age.

Ditto for things like "you're pretty for a fat lass" or "you're really attractive, even though you're disabled."

Just feels like the person is suggested that slightly older or fatter or disabled (or whatever) women aren't generally seen as attractive.

I've not had the "great for your age" line yet, but have had the other two. you'd swear someone said something horrible to the lady, why not take it as a compliment and not be so easily offended by the smallest little things. "

You're attractive. For an Irishman. Presumably you'd be good with that?

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By *aptain Caveman41Man
over a year ago

Home


"I think fab should have a rule book on how to compliment people on here, it might help stop people being offended for ill advised compliments.

Why not just say "you look great" and not qualify it with reference to age.

Ditto for things like "you're pretty for a fat lass" or "you're really attractive, even though you're disabled."

Just feels like the person is suggested that slightly older or fatter or disabled (or whatever) women aren't generally seen as attractive.

I've not had the "great for your age" line yet, but have had the other two. you'd swear someone said something horrible to the lady, why not take it as a compliment and not be so easily offended by the smallest little things.

You're attractive. For an Irishman. Presumably you'd be good with that? "

ya nice to be told now and again. There is a saying in my local "leave your feelings at the door"

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"I think fab should have a rule book on how to compliment people on here, it might help stop people being offended for ill advised compliments.

Why not just say "you look great" and not qualify it with reference to age.

Ditto for things like "you're pretty for a fat lass" or "you're really attractive, even though you're disabled."

Just feels like the person is suggested that slightly older or fatter or disabled (or whatever) women aren't generally seen as attractive.

I've not had the "great for your age" line yet, but have had the other two. you'd swear someone said something horrible to the lady, why not take it as a compliment and not be so easily offended by the smallest little things.

You're attractive. For an Irishman. Presumably you'd be good with that? ya nice to be told now and again. There is a saying in my local "leave your feelings at the door" "

Fair enough. However, other people would prefer that the "qualifiers" be left at the door and just give a compliment, if you really believe it. We (women) on here get told all sorts of plain nonsense in an attempt to get in our knickers, so it's not surprising many don't just take all compliments at face value.

One minute, you're the most beautiful being ever to grace the earth but the next, you're a fat old slag because you didn't reply to a message.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Or - “You don’t look 40 at all”

Or “you look so good for your age”

Is it just me - or do those phrases rub anyone else up the wrong way??

Maybe it’s just me being too sensitive?? I’m early 40s and had never even really though about my age until started swinging.

I’ll try accept the backhanded compliment graciously I suppose??"

yep 100% avoid and block piss's me right off

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By *.L.0460.Woman
over a year ago

Bognor Regis

It's a double edged sword for me- of course it's a compliment, but it's also acknowledgment of my advancing years...something I'm not particularly happy about!!

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By *eisty LadyWoman
over a year ago

Count Your Blessings Cottage, Gratitude Grove

Agreed, there’s no need for anyone to comment on difference in ages, race, colour, ethnicity, or anyones disability

Why the hell mention something, that highlights any of those things? Totally unnecessary

I just block the profile and delete the message unread

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I get "you're not like the other Asian men" or "you're not hairy like the others"

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I get this, doesn’t really bother me though!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don’t take kindly to the age related comments either.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I don’t take kindly to the age related comments either. "

Neither you should x age is just a number x

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By *partharmonyCouple
over a year ago

Ruislip

Yes, I've always found this comment peculiar. They mean to comment positively on looks but they don't realise that they are also commenting negatively on age. It's like they are saying "You look good, but I feel I should inform you that you're actually quite old".

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By *rwhowhatwherewhyMan
over a year ago

Aylesbury

Could be worse I guess, you could be told that you look good for somebody twice your age

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

Getting upset over a sloppily delivered compliment is sad

I hope I never become jaded enough to think like that

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'd be more offended if they said I looked rough for my age.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We sometimes hear people say things we think are complimentary. It might have been to someone, but we then repeat it to someone else and it can fall flat.

You look good op, regardless have how many years you’ve knocked off for your profile…..

^joke

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By *hil most chillMan
over a year ago

South East & Europe


"Or - “You don’t look 40 at all”

Or “you look so good for your age”

Is it just me - or do those phrases rub anyone else up the wrong way??

Maybe it’s just me being too sensitive?? I’m early 40s and had never even really though about my age until started swinging.

I’ll try accept the backhanded compliment graciously I suppose??"

No you don't have to accept it. If someone doesn't know how to compliment you without being offensive, they aren't worth your time!

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By *angerous123Man
over a year ago

Leeds

First World problems

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"We sometimes hear people say things we think are complimentary. It might have been to someone, but we then repeat it to someone else and it can fall flat.

You look good op, regardless have how many years you’ve knocked off for your profile…..

^joke"

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

With any comment made on her I try to think about the intention. So if it's meant in a positive way then that's how I accept it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It’s not offensive and it doesn’t upset me, but it would be received with an eye roll

Why does age need to be mentioned/quantified at all?

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod

over a year ago

East Sussex

I always smile and thank a person who adds 'for your age' to any compliment. They usually have no idea that qualifying a compliment detracts from it somewhat.

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By *parkle1974Woman
over a year ago

Leeds

False flattery. Guys will say anything yo get their dick wet.

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod

over a year ago

East Sussex


"It’s not offensive and it doesn’t upset me, but it would be received with an eye roll

Why does age need to be mentioned/quantified at all?"

Because they think old birds like being reminded that if they were younger they'd look rubbish

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've said to guys that they have a cracking body and they don't look 50 odds or whatever age.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"It’s not offensive and it doesn’t upset me, but it would be received with an eye roll

Why does age need to be mentioned/quantified at all?

Because they think old birds like being reminded that if they were younger they'd look rubbish "

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod

over a year ago

East Sussex


"I've said to guys that they have a cracking body and they don't look 50 odds or whatever age. "

Being told you don't look your age is subtly different. It's akin to being told you're good at something...for a woman/man

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham


"It’s not offensive and it doesn’t upset me, but it would be received with an eye roll

Why does age need to be mentioned/quantified at all?"

I think you’ll find the majority of the time it’s just sloppily delivered

I very much doubt they mean “you look good, because you should look shit coz your an old fuck”

They more likely mean “you look good” and a clumsily added on “considering your age” with no ill intentions included

Everyone’s so busy trying to be offended they’ve forgotten to look at the persons intentions rather than their execution

And to be fair, you lot probably don’t look too bad considering your old skins been fighting gravity for nearly half a century

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over a year ago

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By *nabelle21Woman
over a year ago

B38

Being an older woman I have had these not bad for your age..

Recently it was...'you've still got good legs.

It doesn't really work as a compliment for me.

As above, I roll my eyes and then forget about it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"It’s not offensive and it doesn’t upset me, but it would be received with an eye roll

Why does age need to be mentioned/quantified at all?

I think you’ll find the majority of the time it’s just sloppily delivered

I very much doubt they mean “you look good, because you should look shit coz your an old fuck”

They more likely mean “you look good” and a clumsily added on “considering your age” with no ill intentions included

Everyone’s so busy trying to be offended they’ve forgotten to look at the persons intentions rather than their execution

And to be fair, you lot probably don’t look too bad considering your old skins been fighting gravity for nearly half a century "

As I said, I’m not offended. I appreciate they are trying to give me a compliment, albeit very clumsily. I just roll my eyes and move on.

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By *RANDMRSJAECouple
over a year ago

chester

I don’t mind one bit! I’ve never understood why women get tetchy about being told they look good for their age. Don’t overthink it, just be happy that it’s not the other way around!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've had this discussion recently.

When I'm told I look younger than I am.

I've said I'm not sure if they're saying I look young or that is surprising that I'm old.

It comes down to perspective on how we receive comments, whether we see them as a compliment or not.

Before responding, try to see their intent behind it, and accept it as that.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"It’s not offensive and it doesn’t upset me, but it would be received with an eye roll

Why does age need to be mentioned/quantified at all?

I think you’ll find the majority of the time it’s just sloppily delivered

I very much doubt they mean “you look good, because you should look shit coz your an old fuck”

They more likely mean “you look good” and a clumsily added on “considering your age” with no ill intentions included

Everyone’s so busy trying to be offended they’ve forgotten to look at the persons intentions rather than their execution

And to be fair, you lot probably don’t look too bad considering your old skins been fighting gravity for nearly half a century "

Exactly how I see it, I'll try acknowledge compliments graciously, no need to throw one's insecurities back at the giver

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By *ust PeachyWoman
over a year ago

Prestonish


"To be honest it doesn't bother me. A compliment is always appreciated.

This is not really a compliment though "

Yeah it is (in my opinion). They’re effectively comparing you with a demographic and - in relation to the ‘average’ in that demographic - saying you come out well!

Personally I’d say I look good ‘for 53’. Were I 20 years younger I’d be having a word with myself and telling myself to get a grip and get back in shape pronto (whereas right now it’s mainly walking and swimming that I do regularly).

I’m also the same with the guys I meet. I expect different things from different age groups - not all purely physical though.

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By *ustamanMan
over a year ago

weymouth

Dammed with faint praise

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By *odgerMooreMan
over a year ago

Nowhere

Age makes no difference - someone is either sexy or theyre not. Its a state of Mind and an attitude - if i see an attractive woman I don’t say ooh how old are you… mmm one sec trying to work out if you’re hot for that age or not - ‘if you’d have said 20 i’d think you were rough as….’ A woman is either sexy or they aren’t - OP - definitely sexy!!

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham


"It’s not offensive and it doesn’t upset me, but it would be received with an eye roll

Why does age need to be mentioned/quantified at all?

I think you’ll find the majority of the time it’s just sloppily delivered

I very much doubt they mean “you look good, because you should look shit coz your an old fuck”

They more likely mean “you look good” and a clumsily added on “considering your age” with no ill intentions included

Everyone’s so busy trying to be offended they’ve forgotten to look at the persons intentions rather than their execution

And to be fair, you lot probably don’t look too bad considering your old skins been fighting gravity for nearly half a century

Exactly how I see it, I'll try acknowledge compliments graciously, no need to throw one's insecurities back at the giver "

That’s a very good way to put it actually. Just insecurity rearing it’s ugly head

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"False flattery. Guys will say anything yo get their dick wet."

Anything?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"It’s not offensive and it doesn’t upset me, but it would be received with an eye roll

Why does age need to be mentioned/quantified at all?

I think you’ll find the majority of the time it’s just sloppily delivered

I very much doubt they mean “you look good, because you should look shit coz your an old fuck”

They more likely mean “you look good” and a clumsily added on “considering your age” with no ill intentions included

Everyone’s so busy trying to be offended they’ve forgotten to look at the persons intentions rather than their execution

And to be fair, you lot probably don’t look too bad considering your old skins been fighting gravity for nearly half a century

Exactly how I see it, I'll try acknowledge compliments graciously, no need to throw one's insecurities back at the giver "

I’m not insecure about my age, and I don’t throw anything back, it’s just a rubbish compliment.

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By *xhib12Man
over a year ago

Blyth

Some of us blokes get told the same. Personally I think it's great. I just take it at face value and don't overthink it.

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By *trueceltMan
over a year ago

Bristol


"

Everyone’s so busy trying to be offended they’ve forgotten to look at the persons intentions rather than their execution "

This. To the moons of Jupiter and back. This.

People talk in cliche and make colloquial faux pas all the time - and they always looks worse in writing.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It's not just you, it happens to blokes as well, I suppose some people get a little offended by it and others see it as a compliment. I think women tend to be a little more self conscious about it, there was a time when 40 was considered "over the hill" but for me age is just a number and I go along in life with a positive mental attitude and take any compliments that come my way wth the innocent intent in which they were made, not that I get that many..Xx

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By *nabelle21Woman
over a year ago

B38


"It’s not offensive and it doesn’t upset me, but it would be received with an eye roll

Why does age need to be mentioned/quantified at all?

I think you’ll find the majority of the time it’s just sloppily delivered

I very much doubt they mean “you look good, because you should look shit coz your an old fuck”

They more likely mean “you look good” and a clumsily added on “considering your age” with no ill intentions included

Everyone’s so busy trying to be offended they’ve forgotten to look at the persons intentions rather than their execution

And to be fair, you lot probably don’t look too bad considering your old skins been fighting gravity for nearly half a century

Exactly how I see it, I'll try acknowledge compliments graciously, no need to throw one's insecurities back at the giver

I’m not insecure about my age, and I don’t throw anything back, it’s just a rubbish compliment."

This for me too

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By *ackformore100Man
over a year ago

Tin town


"Or - “You don’t look 40 at all”

Or “you look so good for your age”

Is it just me - or do those phrases rub anyone else up the wrong way??

Maybe it’s just me being too sensitive?? I’m early 40s and had never even really though about my age until started swinging.

I’ll try accept the backhanded compliment graciously I suppose??"

Nobody needs to compliment anyone else so just accept it graciously as it was intended. Kind complimentary words. And yes you are probably being sensitive and looking for offence if being complimented, however clumsy the choice of words, winds you up so much.

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod

over a year ago

East Sussex

So not only must we accept 'for your age' tacked on to the end of any complimentary phrase we must also be told we are wrong not to like it. Tsk, I don't like being told how to feel about something, must be my age...

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By *abs..Woman
over a year ago

..

I don’t see it as a compliment - maybe a back handed compliment. I just think it’s an unnecessary thing to say which doesn’t add to the conversation.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"So not only must we accept 'for your age' tacked on to the end of any complimentary phrase we must also be told we are wrong not to like it. Tsk, I don't like being told how to feel about something, must be my age..."

I was thinking that too.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Maybe it's more about the wording. If a 50 yo lady is told 'you only look early 40s ' then surely that can't be misunderstood. Also if it's said in person it's easier to use expression in the compliment. In words there's no way to see how it's delivered. I get told often I look younger than my age and I've always been flattered. Xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"“Most people say, when a woman's

over about 42, that she's sexy

"for her age."”

- Nancy in Good luck to you Leo Grande

Great film.

Not seen this yet but want to love Emma Thompson "

It’s a beautiful beautiful film. Think it tackles lots of important things. One of which I think is some of the stuff in this thread. I’ve watched it 3 or 4 times already!

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By *ackformore100Man
over a year ago

Tin town


"So not only must we accept 'for your age' tacked on to the end of any complimentary phrase we must also be told we are wrong not to like it. Tsk, I don't like being told how to feel about something, must be my age..."

You see... I Clumsily worded! I should have added... "or don't" at the end. Communication let me down as Tony Hadley once opined.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Or - “You don’t look 40 at all”

Or “you look so good for your age”

Is it just me - or do those phrases rub anyone else up the wrong way??

Maybe it’s just me being too sensitive?? I’m early 40s and had never even really though about my age until started swinging.

I’ll try accept the backhanded compliment graciously I suppose??

Nobody needs to compliment anyone else so just accept it graciously as it was intended. Kind complimentary words. And yes you are probably being sensitive and looking for offence if being complimented, however clumsy the choice of words, winds you up so much.

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham


"So not only must we accept 'for your age' tacked on to the end of any complimentary phrase we must also be told we are wrong not to like it. Tsk, I don't like being told how to feel about something, must be my age..."

I suppose it’s just questioning why someone would look for the bad rather than the good

Let a clumsy compliment ruin your day or take it the way it was intended

No one’s telling you how to feel. I just think it’s sad to feel that way over such a nothing

Feels exactly like someone getting seriously upset over a “you look good today” - “oh so I didn’t look good yesterday?!?”

Just gives off seriously “grumpy old lady” vibes

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

If I was at a 'how to compliment successfully convention' i'd be a bit perturbed at their lack of skills but as im in everyday situation with everyday people i'll take their intentions as good and enjoy it ....... if it makes me smile with the memory of how i've fucked up in the past it's even sweeter.

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

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By *UGGYBEAR2015Man
over a year ago

BRIDPORT


"So not only must we accept 'for your age' tacked on to the end of any complimentary phrase we must also be told we are wrong not to like it. Tsk, I don't like being told how to feel about something, must be my age..."

Naah, women are fickle whatever their age

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex


"So not only must we accept 'for your age' tacked on to the end of any complimentary phrase we must also be told we are wrong not to like it. Tsk, I don't like being told how to feel about something, must be my age...

I suppose it’s just questioning why someone would look for the bad rather than the good

Let a clumsy compliment ruin your day or take it the way it was intended

No one’s telling you how to feel. I just think it’s sad to feel that way over such a nothing

Feels exactly like someone getting seriously upset over a “you look good today” - “oh so I didn’t look good yesterday?!?”

Just gives off seriously “grumpy old lady” vibes "

so be it. If me discussing how I don't like compliments that give with one hand and take away with the other gives off grumpy old lady vibes I'll take it all day long.

If people are offended by me not liking something I think they're being over sensitive and not taking my opinion as its intended, they should lighten up and feel the way I say they should about what I say.

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By *ymbunnyfitCouple
over a year ago

East Yorkshire

50 and feeling great in myself and I’m happy place so just take them as complements xx

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By *ife NinjaMan
over a year ago

Dunfermline

I'm 50, bald, and grey. With all that going for me, why let compliments, however cack handed, get you down

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Did you not realise that skin renews itself and doesn’t hang around for 50 odd years?

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By *odgerMooreMan
over a year ago

Nowhere


"If I was at a 'how to compliment successfully convention' i'd be a bit perturbed at their lack of skills but as im in everyday situation with everyday people i'll take their intentions as good and enjoy it ....... if it makes me smile with the memory of how i've fucked up in the past it's even sweeter. "

This!!! ( smashing norks by the way!!)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

There’s no getting away from the fact most people are seen as less attractive as they get older. I’m 41 but look much younger so I just take it as them saying I don’t look 41.

It’s a compliment and I take it as one. Like someone else has said intention matters. Are they trying to insult you? Probably not so I’d take it as intended, as a compliment!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I prefer a woman to look her age, especially those 65+

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By *odgerMooreMan
over a year ago

Nowhere


"There’s no getting away from the fact most people are seen as less attractive as they get older. I’m 41 but look much younger so I just take it as them saying I don’t look 41.

It’s a compliment and I take it as one. Like someone else has said intention matters. Are they trying to insult you? Probably not so I’d take it as intended, as a compliment! "

You remind me a little of Thandie Newton xx and she’s not difficult to look at!! Xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Or - “You don’t look 40 at all”

Or “you look so good for your age”

Is it just me - or do those phrases rub anyone else up the wrong way??

Maybe it’s just me being too sensitive?? I’m early 40s and had never even really though about my age until started swinging.

I’ll try accept the backhanded compliment graciously I suppose??"

I’d say definitely take it in your stride and a compliment x

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By *adyJayneWoman
over a year ago

Burnleyish (She/They)


"I've had this discussion recently.

When I'm told I look younger than I am.

I've said I'm not sure if they're saying I look young or that is surprising that I'm old.

It comes down to perspective on how we receive comments, whether we see them as a compliment or not.

Before responding, try to see their intent behind it, and accept it as that. "

This is me.

But it also gives an insight into the type of person they are more so when it's "but you've such a pretty face" or some comment about being attractive despite being disabled.

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By *nabelle21Woman
over a year ago

B38


"So not only must we accept 'for your age' tacked on to the end of any complimentary phrase we must also be told we are wrong not to like it. Tsk, I don't like being told how to feel about something, must be my age...

I suppose it’s just questioning why someone would look for the bad rather than the good

Let a clumsy compliment ruin your day or take it the way it was intended

No one’s telling you how to feel. I just think it’s sad to feel that way over such a nothing

Feels exactly like someone getting seriously upset over a “you look good today” - “oh so I didn’t look good yesterday?!?”

Just gives off seriously “grumpy old lady” vibes

so be it. If me discussing how I don't like compliments that give with one hand and take away with the other gives off grumpy old lady vibes I'll take it all day long.

If people are offended by me not liking something I think they're being over sensitive and not taking my opinion as its intended, they should lighten up and feel the way I say they should about what I say. "

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

I’m not too bothered, it just reminds me I’m old though as I still think I’m young . Just don’t call me a cougar!

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"I’m not too bothered, it just reminds me I’m old though as I still think I’m young . Just don’t call me a cougar!"

Raaar

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts


"I’m not too bothered, it just reminds me I’m old though as I still think I’m young . Just don’t call me a cougar!

Raaar

"

. I’m tall so I don’t mind being a giraffe

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod

over a year ago

East Sussex

Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"I’m not too bothered, it just reminds me I’m old though as I still think I’m young . Just don’t call me a cougar!

Raaar

. I’m tall so I don’t mind being a giraffe "

It was that, or a pussy

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts


"I’m not too bothered, it just reminds me I’m old though as I still think I’m young . Just don’t call me a cougar!

Raaar

. I’m tall so I don’t mind being a giraffe

It was that, or a pussy

"

At least it wasn’t a dog

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"I’m not too bothered, it just reminds me I’m old though as I still think I’m young . Just don’t call me a cougar!

Raaar

. I’m tall so I don’t mind being a giraffe

It was that, or a pussy

At least it wasn’t a dog "

Woof *Austin Powers style*

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?"

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

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By *erlins5Man
over a year ago

South Fife

I never thought about my age either until I came on here.... I stay young by not really thinking about how old I actually am....but then I see I am above someone's age limit and I have to think about it

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod

over a year ago

East Sussex


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy. "

Yep. I think that's changing though.

It's clear though that saying the same thing to different people can have varying results

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy. "

Eh, tell that to all the 50plus males on here who are blocked by filters

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Yep. I think that's changing though.

It's clear though that saying the same thing to different people can have varying results "

Don’t worry. I think you’re sexy for any age

Did I say that right?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Eh, tell that to all the 50plus males on here who are blocked by filters"

To be fair, fab is not a fair reflection of desirability for so many reasons. But I hear your point. I mean there’s probably an ideal age on here in terms of desirable men that is between say 30 and 45 (guessing). But also worth considering that it depends on the women that men are going for. Generally, people of the same age as you will have filters that are accepting of your age.

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Eh, tell that to all the 50plus males on here who are blocked by filters"

Try telling that to all the 40-60 guys on here that have more verifications than they can deal with

It’s no secret men are attracted to youth, and it’s no secret that’s lots of women like older guys. That’s biology

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod

over a year ago

East Sussex


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Yep. I think that's changing though.

It's clear though that saying the same thing to different people can have varying results

Don’t worry. I think you’re sexy for any age

Did I say that right? "

even the bronze age?

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By *odgerMooreMan
over a year ago

Nowhere


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Eh, tell that to all the 50plus males on here who are blocked by filters"

this is true - im a silver haired sleek hipped fox of a man with steel blue eyes and a mouth that invites kisses and an arse that demands squeezing - and I find it difficult because of the filters

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By *risky FoxesCouple
over a year ago

Newcastle Emlyn/Stourport

Can see it both ways to be honest.

Depends on whether or not my hrt patch is on properly.

I’m 52…. Please feel free to compliment me

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I like fuck8ng yodas grandma the end

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By *lderflower_AppleWoman
over a year ago

Basingstoke


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Eh, tell that to all the 50plus males on here who are blocked by filters this is true - im a silver haired sleek hipped fox of a man with steel blue eyes and a mouth that invites kisses and an arse that demands squeezing - and I find it difficult because of the filters "

I'd squeeze your arse

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By *odgerMooreMan
over a year ago

Nowhere


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Eh, tell that to all the 50plus males on here who are blocked by filters this is true - im a silver haired sleek hipped fox of a man with steel blue eyes and a mouth that invites kisses and an arse that demands squeezing - and I find it difficult because of the filters

I'd squeeze your arse "

I was not expecting that… id definitely let you xxx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Yep. I think that's changing though.

It's clear though that saying the same thing to different people can have varying results

Don’t worry. I think you’re sexy for any age

Did I say that right?

even the bronze age?"

I’d like to see you in an outfit from the Bronze Age before confirming

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod

over a year ago

East Sussex


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Yep. I think that's changing though.

It's clear though that saying the same thing to different people can have varying results

Don’t worry. I think you’re sexy for any age

Did I say that right?

even the bronze age?

I’d like to see you in an outfit from the Bronze Age before confirming "

Trust me Steve, some of my clothes are that old...

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By *xploring_FunWoman
over a year ago

Coventry

Compliments with qualifiers just don’t feel complimentary.

“You’re pretty for a big girl” just isn’t a compliment.

Then again I also don’t find it complimentary to me when men feel the need to put other women down in an attempt to compliment me (usually either a comment about young women or thin women).

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Yep. I think that's changing though.

It's clear though that saying the same thing to different people can have varying results

Don’t worry. I think you’re sexy for any age

Did I say that right?

even the bronze age?

I’d like to see you in an outfit from the Bronze Age before confirming

Trust me Steve, some of my clothes are that old... "

Oooooft. Is it getting hot in here? I am hot.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don't mind being told I don't look my age.

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By *ackformore100Man
over a year ago

Tin town


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Yep. I think that's changing though.

It's clear though that saying the same thing to different people can have varying results

Don’t worry. I think you’re sexy for any age

Did I say that right?

even the bronze age?

I’d like to see you in an outfit from the Bronze Age before confirming "

That fur bikini from 10000 bc?... Or lynx advert.

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By *risky FoxesCouple
over a year ago

Newcastle Emlyn/Stourport


"Has anyone ever said "you look great for your age" to a 25 year old and if they have was it considered complimentary?

No. I have been told I look older than 25 a few times and I think the feelings I got from that are representative of societal feelings on aging. But then people often say ‘it’s good to look older’ makes me think a lot about gender differences in ageing. Women get old and men get sexy.

Yep. I think that's changing though.

It's clear though that saying the same thing to different people can have varying results

Don’t worry. I think you’re sexy for any age

Did I say that right?

even the bronze age?

I’d like to see you in an outfit from the Bronze Age before confirming

That fur bikini from 10000 bc?... Or lynx advert. "

The lynx advert where they used their fur bras as bolasses? Utter genius

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