What's a 'Submariner'—And Why It's Worse Than 'Ghosting'?

Submarining is when someone vanishes then reappears later, revealing insecurity and lack of genuine interest in modern dating.

In today's dating scene, disappearing acts aren't just about hiding behind a door — they've taken on a new, more insidious form.

The term submarining has entered the lexicon, describing a behaviour that's arguably worse than ghosting. It involves someone cutting off all contact, only to resurface weeks or even months later as if nothing happened.