Go steady

Meaning

The idiom "go steady" is used to describe a romantic relationship where two people are exclusively dating each other, usually for an extended period of time. The term implies a level of commitment and exclusivity that is not present in casual dating.

Usage

• John and Sarah have been going steady for six months now. They are both happy with the relationship and plan on getting married soon.
• After several weeks of flirting, Tom finally asked Lisa out on a date. He told her he wanted to "go steady" with her.
• The couple had been dating casually for a while, but when they realized they were both looking for something more serious, they decided to go steady.
• Emma was hesitant at first to commit to John, but after several conversations about their future together, she agreed to "go steady."
• After years of dating on and off, Sarah and Mark finally decided to take their relationship to the next level and started going steady.

Roots and History

The origin of the idiom "go steady" is uncertain, but it likely refers to a practice of regularly meeting up with someone for romantic dates or activities. The term became popular in the United States during the 1950s, when dating was becoming more formalized and exclusive. Over time, the meaning of the idiom has evolved slightly. Today, "go steady" is often used to describe a more serious and committed relationship, rather than simply regular dating.

Synonyms in English

• Be exclusive with someone
• Date someone exclusively
• Have a steady relationship
• Have a boyfriend/girlfriend
• Have a significant other

Synonyms in other languages

• Spanish - tener una relación estable
• French - avoir une relation régulière
• German - eine festgelegte Beziehung haben
• Italian - avere una relazione stabile
• Portuguese - ter uma relação estabelecida

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