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What does “Why he takes so long to reply” mean?
Context decides the real answer.

Why does he take so long to reply? Slow replies can mean busy, avoidant, or strategic. Tell me the pattern and I'll tell you which — and whether you should match his pace or stop waiting on it.

PLAIN MEANING

Why does he take so long to reply?

HOW IT READS IN CONTEXT

The surrounding pattern matters.

Slow replies can mean busy, avoidant, or strategic. Tell me the pattern and I'll tell you which — and whether you should match his pace or stop waiting on it.

EXAMPLE

Fast when you first met, slow now

A reply speed that quietly slows over time usually tracks with fading investment. The change matters more than any single late text.

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