Seven Classic Behaviors of Fake Friends

Curious about identifying insincere friends? A fake friend is someone who pretends to be close to you but lacks genuine affection or support. These individuals are often only interested in what they can gain from the relationship, abandoning you when you truly need them. To safeguard your social circle from such insincerity, we've outlined seven behaviors that are typical of a fake friend.

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Written by Chloe Avenasa
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Sources:

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