Drunk Writing Advice: 10 Words to use Instead of “Lover”

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If the word “lover” doesn’t make you feel yucky, then you’re a weird dude. Don’t use “lover” in your manuscript—instead use one (or hell, all) of the following:

  1. Casual partner

  2. Fuck buddy

  3. Bed companion

  4. Uhm, my… “friend”

  5. Partner in the wanton arts

  6. Boo (beau if French)

  7. Acquaintance with benefits

  8. Five-night stand

  9. Special friend

  10. My bitch (gender neutral)

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Jo Ramsay

is a Canadian-born, London-based editor and travel copywriter. She’s worked in publishing for four years and continues to pursue opportunities in Canada and abroad. She’s worked at two publishing houses (Arsenal Pulp Press and Greystone Books) and was the blog and opinions editor at The Ubyssey newspaper. She’s lived in Canada, the UK, and Japan.