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February 27, 2023

31372 US adults surveyed

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If a person wants to end a friendship with someone, do you think it is better for them to be upfront and tell the friend, or to slowly distance themselves?

Conducted February 27, 2023

YouGov surveyed 31372 US adults

53%
31%
17%
If a person wants to end a friendship with someone, do you think it is better for them to be upfront and tell the friend, or to slowly distance themselves?

Conducted February 27, 2023

YouGov surveyed 31372 US adults

By:
53%
31%
17%

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