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Golden Retriever Boyfriend

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[ SLANG ][ DATING ][ NOUN ]

A boyfriend archetype defined by relentless enthusiasm, loyalty, and eager-to-please affection — happy, uncomplicated, a little goofy — compared directly to the temperament of a golden retriever.

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REAL-WORLD EXAMPLE

"He showed up with flowers just because, total golden retriever boyfriend behavior."

LORE & ORIGIN

Extends the 'animal boyfriend/girlfriend' archetype trend, naming a specific, widely recognized personality type by the dog breed whose temperament it most resembles.

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2022
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2022-2026 (Current Era)
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Mainstream Gen Alpha Slang

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