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Heteroflexible

Heteroflexible describes someone who is mostly straight but occasionally experiences same-sex attraction or has same-sex experiences.

Heteroflexible.
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Heteroflexible describes a person who identifies primarily as heterosexual but is open to occasional same-sex attraction or experiences. The term recognizes that sexuality can sit on a spectrum rather than in fixed categories. It sits close to bisexuality, and the line between the two is not always clear. The difference is usually one of emphasis and self-identification: a heteroflexible person sees themselves as predominantly straight with some flexibility, while a bisexual person may feel their attraction is more evenly balanced. Some people find the word useful for describing their experience, while others see it as an unnecessary distinction from bisexuality. Both views are common.

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