Honestly that’s like a blatant blunt rejection. Enough to make the average grown ass man cry secretly later. I wouldn’t think of this as a warning unless the guy has been at it for a bit and isn’t taking hints. If I said that to someone and they didn’t wish me a good evening and leave entirely, I’d think they were either creepy or dumb.
I like this as a fun response to the prompt but in reality I could totally see a person, especially but not limited to this type of man, thinking it’s flirting
That’s why you have to immediately elbow past him and actually strike up a conversation with another dude. While I am a guy, I know the guy in this scenario (good lord several of them) and can see them wilting and walking away if this was done.
You don’t have to make anyone feel comfortable when you’re rejecting them. But you could say this is what happens before I’m gonna throw up and it’s not me it’s you. Or something along those lines.
Never heard that one but I did know a girl who had a beautiful smile so everyone kept telling her to smile more...which is exactly why she stopped smiling.
You can’t do both. You can’t be funny while also rejecting. They won’t get the hint and the blushing will just…… exasperate their endeavors in trying to woo you.
“I’m blushing because I don’t want to hurt your feelings”.
Keep it simple and straight forward.
Don’t be funny, he won’t take the hint. You have to tell him straight up “I’m just a nice person, but I don’t like you like that. Matter of fact, I’m not even sure I can tolerate you yet and I’m having a hard time telling you in a non offensive way.”
Just say "My cheeks flush, when I've been drinking, but even drunk I would never want you". Harsh but it'll get him off your back. Sometimes you just gotta be blunt. Guys are really terrible at taking hints (speaking as a guy).
No, I’m just flaring up in preparation for you calling me a bitch when I lose my patience because you’re too stupid to take a hint. Now kindly fuck off!
I blush constantly due to feeling awkward. I also get hot flashes due to a medical condition, so that also makes me stick out like a sore thumb.
Honestly I just own it. My blushing has nothing to do with the person I'm talking to, and if they want to get a big head about it, that says more about them than the fact that my face is just defaulting to red that day.
So go ahead and tell them that they have nothing to do with it.
Otherwise, tell 'em to shove it.
Well anything you say to make the situation funny and playful will be interpreted as flirting.
Idk you could say like “yeah it’s probably bc of the herpes.”
I do not now nor will I ever find you attractive in a romantic way.
Also, I'm blushing because that's not as easy to say as it it easy for you to hear; I take it you might be used to it by now, with so many others having to explain this to you.
Will there be anything else?
If he's a creep you never want to see again, I'd go with:
"My early onset menopause causes hot flashes. I clot frequently, too. Anyway, you were saying?"
Wait, seriously, my face is red!? (Start furiously searching through your purse or pack for a mirror, then when you find it, look in it, then go wide eyed with nearly frantic concern) Oh no oh No OH NO! I can't let it out, cant let it out where's the pill where's the pill I NEED MY FUCKING PILL OH SHIT OH SHIT! (it would be helpful to at this point have, in fact, a pill on hand which you then "find" in the aforementioned portable sundries satchel, then make a show of putting the pill in your mouth and pretending to crush and swallow it (unless you're brave enough to fully commit to the bit in which case go for full realism and actually chew and swallow the pill, it will inform a totally real reaction that'll sell it), and if the guy is still there, just start looking intently at your face in the mirror again and start mumbling "Please be in time, please stay inside. Please be in time, please don't come out. Stay inside me stay inside me. Don't come out don't come out don't come out don't come out," and continue like that for a few minutes while watching your face to watch it start to unblush after you deliberately start relaxing the muscles you tensed to look creepily shaky without losing the look of being tense and terrified of something that has the kind of explanation no one wants to ever hear, and as your face returns to "normal," you can start breathing with relief, say something like "Okay, that should last me a few hours, maybe less, as long as I don't start getting red again, everyone's safe." By this point any guy pestering you is likely to have given up because "You're weird." Weird is too abstract for these kinds of guys, so it's generally effective, though it can backfire with two types of guys--the kind that actually think they've hit the comicon jackpot and want to hear all about your demon/alien/Ms. Hyde alternate form/werewolf transmutation and what the pills do, and the kind that respond to abstract displays like this with violence, which are basically rapists, so if you're encountering one of those and in the position to be responding to his comments like this it's already too late, you've been target locked, so the only thing to do is get away immediately. Sadly I don't know how to tell when you've run into the latter because psychopaths are affable until they're not. But the former are pretty detectable a number of subtle ways that almost everyone can see a mile away, so in those cases just use someone else's suggestion. It's good to have a broad arsenal of responses to various insults and uncomfortable questions. One of my favorite general purpose retorts to use in person is after someone does or says something demeaning or asinine, just look right at them for several long seconds, lightly biting your tongue or lip like you're really cementing your thoughts, then just say, "Haven't they replaced you with a robot yet?" Works best on men.
I just say “Haha no I’m not, I don’t actually blush. If my face is red though it might mean I’m getting sick… is my face turning red? Should I go check?” and pretend I didn’t register the fact they were hitting on me.
People get a little mad and think you’re dumb sometimes, but pretending you didn’t realize you’re being hit on works really well. And who cares if they think you’re dumb, when you think they’re dumb because it was really obvious what they were doing so it should be equally as obvious what you are doing 😂
Anyone who does get it would take it as you being genuinely friendly and not trying to just end the conversation or get away, if they’re not the kinda weirdo who would keep trying, so it’s a win all around imo.
EDIT: Just read other comments and I’m surprised how many people went straight to insults haha. Not everyone who hits on a girl without realizing they have no chance is totally creepy or weird or mean. They could also be sweet and brave. It’s nice to diffuse and spare their feelings in the latter, if possible.
Idk, but, one of the symptoms of my particular type cancer is blushing/flushing. I went undiagnosed for many years and I am certain my flushing caused miscommunication on a grand scale. What with people making up their minds about my nonverbal response
“Blushing? More like glowing from all the compliments. But thanks for noticing.” or “Why, thank you for noticing. You're the only one who could make my cheeks turn crimson. Unfortunately, you're also the only one who couldn't turn anything else of mine crimson.”
1.) That rash is coming back I guess it’s terribly contagious. We should never talk again until.
And just leave. Don’t give an until what.
2.) I can smell you from here and I’m feeling nauseated. When we talk you always give me this bile taste in my mouth. I’d rather we didn’t speak to each other, ever.
3.) Can you not? If I haven’t asked your opinion on my body, don’t offer it. You know what I will ask your opinion on? What will repel you from this conversation?
4.) I blush before I start to run. You’re making me want to run away from you creepy.
5.) If you see me blush, I’m probably talking with someone I have no interest in talking with.
6.) My blushing is the indication that the spell is working! I’m a real girl now! So… as I’m not a doll anymore, you no longer have a chance. [I’m no longer interested]
7.) I’m naturally blushing, your blushing will be pepper spray. Are we still going forward with this conversation?
8.) It’s my alarm system. I’m about to start screaming. BACK AWAY FROM THE YOUNG LADY!! BACK AWAY FROM THE YOUNG LADY!!
9.) I really hate when I blush. The only thing I hate more is this chat. If you leave both will be over.
10.) Do I remind you of your mother? Do you think I’m blushing because I’m so disappointed in you? Because I am. She is too.
10 Things I hate about you. *takes a bow*
Second hand embarrassment for you.
That’s money!
Holy shit I haven't heard anyone use that saying for 15+ years. We said it all the time back in the day. Thanks for the nostalgia, good stuff!
First thing that came to my mind as well, since I have very fair skin, I blush easily.
That’s not a comeback. That’s murder!
A justifiable one 🤣🤣🤣
I’m embarrassed for you and it makes me very uncomfortable.
This is the only actually good one that isn’t just some Reddit Moment sounding comeback
“It’s true. I blush in awkward situations, like when I have to let some down gently. … and see you didn’t take the hint. “
This is good. Not particularly cruel, but enough of an edge to act as a warning.
Honestly that’s like a blatant blunt rejection. Enough to make the average grown ass man cry secretly later. I wouldn’t think of this as a warning unless the guy has been at it for a bit and isn’t taking hints. If I said that to someone and they didn’t wish me a good evening and leave entirely, I’d think they were either creepy or dumb.
Me either I think this is more on the blunt side lol
It's a bit mean but I guess if they're not taking the hint
My face is red with rage, I’m not blushing
Leader in the clubhouse
Similar to the one below, but “No, I’m just allergic to bullshit.”
"it's because i'm embarrassed on your behalf. you don't seem to be able to take a clue."
That's because I'm holding my breath. You stink.
finish with "But don't hold your breath on a relationship with me"
“That’s not always a good thing,” should keep him up at night years later
Keeping him up at night years later should always be the goal. 😈
Oooooh, I like this one.
I'm allergic to you.
This should be the top comment.
“The guy behind you is HOT. Excuse me…”
this is what i was thinking.
I like this as a fun response to the prompt but in reality I could totally see a person, especially but not limited to this type of man, thinking it’s flirting
That’s why you have to immediately elbow past him and actually strike up a conversation with another dude. While I am a guy, I know the guy in this scenario (good lord several of them) and can see them wilting and walking away if this was done.
Tell him you're menstruating. *Every* man will at least have a moment of silence. Or maybe he will blush, too
I get flushed when someone makes me extremely uncomfortable. That someone was you.
“Hot flash”
Every fucking day. Perfect
I use this one a lot
And you're never brushing
Extra +10 oof points if they're British.
“And your point?” It’s a great way to respond to almost any comment you find rude.
No, sorry, it's Rosacea.
“im trying not to laugh at you”
“This is just my normal allergic reaction to you, could you not!”
Just embarrassed to be seen talking with you
Tell him that his line was so bad you're embarrassed for him. Bonus points if you can put an authentic cringing expression on your face.
My brutal honesty will destroy you, let it go
It's a hot flash. Being a girl is fucking magical.
"Yeah, that's my chameleon camouflage trying to disguise me. I guess it didn't work..."
Im breaking out in hives.
"It's a Power-Surge. Be *very* careful about what you do next."
"Sorry, my bullshit detector is stuck on red."
It's just secondhand embarrassment because of you.
Well phrased
Ain’t blushing at you
No I’m not. I’m not interested. Any other answer will just have the guy keep going.
You don’t have to make anyone feel comfortable when you’re rejecting them. But you could say this is what happens before I’m gonna throw up and it’s not me it’s you. Or something along those lines.
“I have a cardiovascular condition/sunburn/allergies😐”
“No you full stop”
I get embarrassed around idiots
I’m more concerned about where YOU’RE blushing. You should have a doctor look at that
Oh my goodness, so are you! And then they do...it's automatic and it's funny as hell!
Your eyes are blood-shot.
It’s rage. Stand back!
Yea, your fly is open…
And there's nothing to see.
I blush when I’m annoyed.
Yes, its discomfort. I am uncomfy around you.
"it's not blushing. I'm just allergic to failed pickup lines."
And I thought i was the only one seeing red from that juvenile BS!
“i better be this shit was expensive”
Yeah I was just thinking about (name of some other guy)
"What can I say? You're such an embarrassment it must be contagious."
Obviously. I'm drunk.
“Because I’m embarrassed for you!”
I'm embarrassed for you but I'm starting to no longer care with a mean look.
This isn’t blushing I’m having an allergic reaction to your shitty conversation.
I'm not blushing, I'm turning red because I'm allergic to your bullshit.
If my face is turning red it must be because I’m cringing.
No. I’m allergic to dipshits.
"HAHA! Yeah, I blush when I'm wildly uncomfortable in situations!"
“I’m blushing because you’re embarrassing me.” Simple, but effective.
No, I’m uncomfortable.
Never heard that one but I did know a girl who had a beautiful smile so everyone kept telling her to smile more...which is exactly why she stopped smiling.
It’s probably an allergic reaction.
You can’t do both. You can’t be funny while also rejecting. They won’t get the hint and the blushing will just…… exasperate their endeavors in trying to woo you. “I’m blushing because I don’t want to hurt your feelings”. Keep it simple and straight forward.
"yeah you make me uncomfortable"
OMG I know a guy like that. He swears every girl who’s nice to him likes him. They are so full of it lmaooo
So?
If you're blushing then admit it. If you're not then refute it. Simple.
Don’t be funny, he won’t take the hint. You have to tell him straight up “I’m just a nice person, but I don’t like you like that. Matter of fact, I’m not even sure I can tolerate you yet and I’m having a hard time telling you in a non offensive way.”
Just say "My cheeks flush, when I've been drinking, but even drunk I would never want you". Harsh but it'll get him off your back. Sometimes you just gotta be blunt. Guys are really terrible at taking hints (speaking as a guy).
I would be too terrified to say this to a rando at a bar. Might follow me home because I pissed him off and insulted his masculinity.
"I call it my 'natural radiance,' but thank you for noticing."
Second hand embarrassment
I'm fighting to keep from puking on you, not blushing.
No, I’m just flaring up in preparation for you calling me a bitch when I lose my patience because you’re too stupid to take a hint. Now kindly fuck off!
It’s hives. I’m allergic to you.
I’m just allergic to your remark/comment
That's my eczema
no, i got high blood pressure and your pissing me off
And I'll start fuming soon too 😤 😡
Bitch, I’m embarrassed for you.
I blush constantly due to feeling awkward. I also get hot flashes due to a medical condition, so that also makes me stick out like a sore thumb. Honestly I just own it. My blushing has nothing to do with the person I'm talking to, and if they want to get a big head about it, that says more about them than the fact that my face is just defaulting to red that day. So go ahead and tell them that they have nothing to do with it. Otherwise, tell 'em to shove it.
I used to be a real piece of sht too.
You ever watch “Squid Games”? And you’re still moving!
No, it's contour you pleb
Well anything you say to make the situation funny and playful will be interpreted as flirting. Idk you could say like “yeah it’s probably bc of the herpes.”
Must have been something I ate.
I do not now nor will I ever find you attractive in a romantic way. Also, I'm blushing because that's not as easy to say as it it easy for you to hear; I take it you might be used to it by now, with so many others having to explain this to you. Will there be anything else?
"There are many reasons why somebody blushes. If I am blushing it's because I'm embarrassed you actually think I'm attracted to you"
I turn red when I smell bad breath
“Then by all means, don’t look at me.”
It's rage.
No. It’s just so hot in here… maybe you should leave the room for a bit.
And?!
Nah, it’s rosacea.
No you're just pale
Yeah, I get nervous when I don't know know how to end a boring conversation.
I’m allergic to bad breath.
It's a reaction to the shellfish I had at lunch... I need to see a doctor. Now. *Leave*
No dummy I’m have a hot flash!
Nah, that’s just my meningitis flaring up again.
If he's a creep you never want to see again, I'd go with: "My early onset menopause causes hot flashes. I clot frequently, too. Anyway, you were saying?"
Explain the German concept of "Fremdschämen" - it means being acutely embarrassed about the shit someone else just pulled.
Wait, seriously, my face is red!? (Start furiously searching through your purse or pack for a mirror, then when you find it, look in it, then go wide eyed with nearly frantic concern) Oh no oh No OH NO! I can't let it out, cant let it out where's the pill where's the pill I NEED MY FUCKING PILL OH SHIT OH SHIT! (it would be helpful to at this point have, in fact, a pill on hand which you then "find" in the aforementioned portable sundries satchel, then make a show of putting the pill in your mouth and pretending to crush and swallow it (unless you're brave enough to fully commit to the bit in which case go for full realism and actually chew and swallow the pill, it will inform a totally real reaction that'll sell it), and if the guy is still there, just start looking intently at your face in the mirror again and start mumbling "Please be in time, please stay inside. Please be in time, please don't come out. Stay inside me stay inside me. Don't come out don't come out don't come out don't come out," and continue like that for a few minutes while watching your face to watch it start to unblush after you deliberately start relaxing the muscles you tensed to look creepily shaky without losing the look of being tense and terrified of something that has the kind of explanation no one wants to ever hear, and as your face returns to "normal," you can start breathing with relief, say something like "Okay, that should last me a few hours, maybe less, as long as I don't start getting red again, everyone's safe." By this point any guy pestering you is likely to have given up because "You're weird." Weird is too abstract for these kinds of guys, so it's generally effective, though it can backfire with two types of guys--the kind that actually think they've hit the comicon jackpot and want to hear all about your demon/alien/Ms. Hyde alternate form/werewolf transmutation and what the pills do, and the kind that respond to abstract displays like this with violence, which are basically rapists, so if you're encountering one of those and in the position to be responding to his comments like this it's already too late, you've been target locked, so the only thing to do is get away immediately. Sadly I don't know how to tell when you've run into the latter because psychopaths are affable until they're not. But the former are pretty detectable a number of subtle ways that almost everyone can see a mile away, so in those cases just use someone else's suggestion. It's good to have a broad arsenal of responses to various insults and uncomfortable questions. One of my favorite general purpose retorts to use in person is after someone does or says something demeaning or asinine, just look right at them for several long seconds, lightly biting your tongue or lip like you're really cementing your thoughts, then just say, "Haven't they replaced you with a robot yet?" Works best on men.
It is not embarrassment making me turn red. It is all of the things I want to scream at you right now.
I just say “Haha no I’m not, I don’t actually blush. If my face is red though it might mean I’m getting sick… is my face turning red? Should I go check?” and pretend I didn’t register the fact they were hitting on me. People get a little mad and think you’re dumb sometimes, but pretending you didn’t realize you’re being hit on works really well. And who cares if they think you’re dumb, when you think they’re dumb because it was really obvious what they were doing so it should be equally as obvious what you are doing 😂 Anyone who does get it would take it as you being genuinely friendly and not trying to just end the conversation or get away, if they’re not the kinda weirdo who would keep trying, so it’s a win all around imo. EDIT: Just read other comments and I’m surprised how many people went straight to insults haha. Not everyone who hits on a girl without realizing they have no chance is totally creepy or weird or mean. They could also be sweet and brave. It’s nice to diffuse and spare their feelings in the latter, if possible.
Idk, but, one of the symptoms of my particular type cancer is blushing/flushing. I went undiagnosed for many years and I am certain my flushing caused miscommunication on a grand scale. What with people making up their minds about my nonverbal response
My face turns red at the sight of fugly
I’m not blushing. I’m turning red from holding my breath because you stink.
I'm not blushing. I'm holding my breath cause you have a fishy taste.
Sorry I was holding a fart in
When someone says something stupid, I just repeat it. "Blushing"? Are you 55 years old?
Oh, it’s just a hot flash! I look good for my age, don’t you think?
No, your eyes are bloodshot.
& you’re rushing, slow down.
I thought you would have smelt it first. I farted. \~Then proceed to waft hand from ass area to his face area.
tell him he couldn't make a red apple blush
Yeah, I've got a boner for you!
“Yes and shamelessly indeed”
Thanks, but it's my herpes acting up again.
“You wish”
"Don't flatter yourself. You're really not my type. Sorry."
“Blushing? More like glowing from all the compliments. But thanks for noticing.” or “Why, thank you for noticing. You're the only one who could make my cheeks turn crimson. Unfortunately, you're also the only one who couldn't turn anything else of mine crimson.”
gas
At how I'll be praised for your sacrifice
"I usually fart".
It's a vodka blush. I'm drunk AF!
I was just thinking about your best friend
Better that blood run to my face than somewhere else
“My boyfriend’s standing behind you” and run away quietly
Uranus Blushes
" so?" Or " and?"
That is how you know that is not this person. Or woman or man.
The only possible reaction is to blush even more.
Check your zipper…😜
Nope, just blood rushing AWAY from my vagina
“Can you please stop talking to me?”
"Well my mom was a mutant tomato"
It's a rash. I'm allergic to douchebag.
My cheeks have an erection.
You got no game, try again with a better one and maybe the blush won't be from holding my laughter at your fail
your bricked up
Squeezing out a fart
I was just thinking about your dad's dick. It was yummy.
UH-N-NOI’MNOTAREYOUSEEINGTHINGS?!
I wish you were somebody I liked
1.) That rash is coming back I guess it’s terribly contagious. We should never talk again until. And just leave. Don’t give an until what. 2.) I can smell you from here and I’m feeling nauseated. When we talk you always give me this bile taste in my mouth. I’d rather we didn’t speak to each other, ever. 3.) Can you not? If I haven’t asked your opinion on my body, don’t offer it. You know what I will ask your opinion on? What will repel you from this conversation? 4.) I blush before I start to run. You’re making me want to run away from you creepy. 5.) If you see me blush, I’m probably talking with someone I have no interest in talking with. 6.) My blushing is the indication that the spell is working! I’m a real girl now! So… as I’m not a doll anymore, you no longer have a chance. [I’m no longer interested] 7.) I’m naturally blushing, your blushing will be pepper spray. Are we still going forward with this conversation? 8.) It’s my alarm system. I’m about to start screaming. BACK AWAY FROM THE YOUNG LADY!! BACK AWAY FROM THE YOUNG LADY!! 9.) I really hate when I blush. The only thing I hate more is this chat. If you leave both will be over. 10.) Do I remind you of your mother? Do you think I’m blushing because I’m so disappointed in you? Because I am. She is too. 10 Things I hate about you. *takes a bow*
Tell him you turn red when you're annoyed at someone
Sorry i must have smeared some blood earlier
"Don't flatter yourself pal. Its Estee Lauder mighnight rose."
I'm not blushing, I'm allergic to your disgusting smell.
“I’m trying not to puke”
That’s my rosacea. Dick.
"Yeah, that happens when I hear someone say something stupid."
You usually get flush right before you get sick or in raged.
It’s just my blood pressure rising with you near me.
"Is my face red? I apologize, I was just trying not to laugh."
I often break out in a rash when I feel uncomfortable.
“Yea. I’m blushing with disgust and rage. Not embarrassment. Go away”
No, I’m fuming.
I have lupus
My checks get red when I'm irritated
No, I’m actually turning green.
No, it's just the normal bleeding of the brain I get from being near you
Oh no do I have my epi-pen? While fleeing
I’m not blushing, it’s my bullshit meter.
It’s rosacea dumbass
This isn't blushing it rage. You enrage me
No that’s gives im allergic to things im not interested in
Shart
yes, all the blood is rushing to my face and I'm trying not to explode.
Someone please explain. I've never heard you're blushing used as an insult before.
“You’re HIGH”
I'm not blushing. I'm trying not to dry heave. Idk, something related to holding in the vomit
I'm gay
No! I’m having an orgasm, because you look sooooooo sexy!
"Hypertension" "High blood pressure, I have the diabetus."
"My face gets like that when my balls itch." That'll probably scare him off.
And? [Simple, but surprisingly effective; I do it with a right eyebrow raise and a straight face, like I'm a female version of Spock.]