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What does “When he says he needs space” mean?
Context decides the real answer.

What does it mean when he says he needs space? 'I need space' can mean recharge or retreat. Tell me how he said it and I'll help you tell the difference.

PLAIN MEANING

What does it mean when he says he needs space?

HOW IT READS IN CONTEXT

The surrounding pattern matters.

'I need space' can mean recharge or retreat. Tell me how he said it and I'll help you tell the difference.

EXAMPLE

Said during real stress

Under work or family pressure, some people truly need to retreat to cope. If he reconnects warmly after, it was real.

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