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iVillage: The Worst Pickup Lines Ever...and Why Guys Use Them

Guys think you think confidence is good. They just don't realize “there’s a fine line between confidence and arrogance and the majority of men and women cite cockiness as their number one turnoff,” says Brya.

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“This line has been making its rounds lately. She may find it corny, but it’s funny enough to give you the break you need,” says Christopher Brya, author of "WTF Are Men Thinking?", which reports that 48 percent of men actually rely on pickup lines regularly.

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"Do you believe ...

Let’s be honest. Most women still want to believe in love at first sight, says author and Dating Coach David Wygant.

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"If I said you h...

This one is generally reserved for the "drunk girl at a bar at 2 a.m.,” says Jordan Harbinger, cofounder of "The Art of Charm." Then again, most women like to be thought of as beautiful?

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"I forgot my pho...

“I wouldn’t expect this to work…but it’s a no pressure and slightly funny way of asking for her number,” says Harbinger.

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"I was trying to...

Why do guys think is a good one? “Surprise is a proven attraction stimulator and charm...well, what else do you need to say about charm?” says Dave Singleton, author of "Behind Every Great Woman There’s a Fabulous Gay Man."

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"Wow, you must w...

This one is somehow kind of flattering and offensive at the same time.

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"Can I get a pic...

“Men are intimidated by the idea of approaching women, there’s a fear of rejection or looking stupid,” says Patty Brisben, Founder of Pure Romance. By using humor, “if it doesn't work, he’ll be able to laugh it off.” And if it works, you’ll have a photo of your first meeting…ahhh.

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"What do you lik...

Because sometimes, all it takes is a little confidence.

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Seriously? How is this not a little bit adorable? “This line introduces a form of intimacy before you’ve even asked for her name,” says Brya. Which is kind of a good play.

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