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How Long to Fall in Love? 8.2 Seconds

A man's gaze can indicate his intentions: study

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(Newser) – Is he in love? Grab a stopwatch to know: At first encounter, the length of man’s gaze betrays his interest in a woman, a study of 115 students’ eye movements has uncovered. Four seconds say he’s unimpressed, but 4.2 more and he may be in love, the Telegraph reports. Researchers say the tactic—used exclusively by men—helps them find fertile mates.

Wait for it. If the stare lasts 8.2 seconds, the man may just be in love, a new study shows.
Wait for it. If the stare lasts 8.2 seconds, the man may just be in love, a new study shows.   (Shutter stock)
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Mad
Mar 26, 09 2:51 PM CDT
Ladies, any guy can tell ya, it only takes us 4 seconds to undress you with our eyes! Reply
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paul123
Mar 26, 09 3:21 PM CDT
Love is an action, not a feeling. Mad got it right. Ladies, if we're staring for 8.2 seconds its because we're thinking about you know what, not moonlight and canoes. Reply
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kokuaguy
May 17, 09 4:08 AM CDT
Mad & Paul are both troglodytes. But the fact remains .... Reply
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