Breakups can be tough, especially when it’s your first rodeo! Our poor protagonist is navigating the tricky waters of post-split etiquette and wondering if asking for a pricey gift back is a big no-no. Buckle up, folks, because we’re about to dive into a juicy tale of love, loss, and the great earring debate! Will our hero cross the line or learn a valuable lesson? Let’s find out!
The Breakup Blues: Navigating the Aftermath
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The Great Exchange: Swapping Stuff Post-Split
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✅ Checking the Boxes: All Accounted For?
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The Case of the Missing Earrings: Still Wearing Them?
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♂️ To Ask or Not to Ask: WIBTA for Wanting Them Back?
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Reddit to the Rescue: Thanks for the Reality Check!
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Lesson Learned: No Take-Backs on Gifts!
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Dodged a Bullet: Glad I Asked Before Acting!
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♂️ Oops, My Bad: Clearing Up the Confusion
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✊ Consent is Key: I’m on Board, I Swear!
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Respecting Boundaries: I Got the Message Loud & Clear
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The Earring Dilemma: To Ask or Not to Ask?
Well, well, well… looks like our newly single friend is in quite the pickle! After a seemingly smooth breakup exchange, they noticed their ex kept a pair of expensive earrings they’d gifted her. Now, they’re wondering if it’s cool to ask for them back or if that’s a major faux pas. But wait, there’s more! Our protagonist also thought giving back gifts was like deleting nudes post-breakup – a given! Oopsie! Looks like they’ve got some learning to do. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this juicy dilemma!
Internet calls out person for demanding gift back.

Refreshing to see OP take advice

Comparing earrings to nudes? Not the same. YTA

Taking back gifts? YTA. Prepare for a tongue-lashing

Keep the gifts she gave you! You’re not the a-hole

Gift vs Engagement Ring Debate Gets Heated

User calls out inappropriate behavior in a breakup, YTA confirmed

Don’t mess with gifts , YTA got what they deserved

Expensive gift, major a**hole move to ask for it back

A clear distinction between possessions and gifts – reasonable NTA.

Giving back a gift doesn’t obligate her to do the same

Returning a gift? YTA and it’s hurtful.

Engagement ring vs other jewelry debate gets heated

Internet warns against demanding gifts back after a breakup

Internet slams person demanding gift back after breakup

Debate over returning gifts in a breakup heats up

Keeping gifts after a breakup: YTA or not?

Internet calls out demand to return gifts with YTA comment

The return of the anniversary gift sparks questions

Keep the gift or return it? Commenter explains gift etiquette.

Can’t ask for a gift back, YTA

Gift etiquette in relationships: To return or not to return?
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Positive comment with supportive tone. Good luck
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Redditors debate whether it’s okay to ask for gifts back.
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Gift or Borrowed? Internet debates over breakup demand

Debate on gifting ethics: NTA to ask, YTA to expect.

Breakup over household items? YTA, but we feel you

Gifts without strings attached – internet agrees

Giving a gift doesn’t come with conditions. YWBTA if you demand it back.

Properly understanding dating norms is key

Deleting nudes vs returning gifts: not even close

Keeping ex’s things: YTA according to this commenter

Gifts in breakups are not refundable, YWBTA

Is it ever okay to ask for a gift back?

Don’t be tacky! YTA for asking for gifts back.

Don’t demand back regular gifts especially earrings, YTA.

Maturity wins, unlike asking for it back.

Divorcee defends keeping gifts, calls out comparison to nudes

Gifts returned after breakup: petty or practical?

Be careful gifting ex’s jewelry to future partners

Once given, gifts don’t belong to you.

Redditor criticized for expecting gifts back after breakup

Hilarious exchange of sassy comments and OP responses.

User explains protocol for returning engagement and wedding rings.

YTA receives backlash for demanding gift back.

Philosophy of “is this the hill I want to die on?” saves grief

Ex returns gifts and things she bought, internet fumes

Internet calls out OP for wanting gift back after breakup

Internet divided over taking back gifts in breakups

Gifts are gifts, asking for them back is a dick move

Gifts given are not yours to take back. YWBTA
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OP asks if they WIBTA for demanding gift back. Commenter advises against it.

Defending someone from harsh comments

NTA for not returning relationship gift mistaken for engagement ring

Comparing returning gifts to deleting nudes? Nope, not the same.

Returning a gift after a breakup: YTA or NAH?

Heartwarming exchange between OP and commenter ❤

Gifts are gifts, not obligations. Internet fumes over breakup demand

Regifting earrings is a big no-no

Gifts are gifts, don’t be an a**hole and ask back

User receives backlash for controversial gift demand

Learning from breakups is important

When it comes to gifts, takebacks are a NO NO

Receiving a gift with conditions isn’t really a gift

User asks for more context and gives reasonable advice

Regifting presents to future gf? Awkward breakup aftermath.

Return policy after breakups, NTA gets thumbs up

Understanding etiquette: engagement rings and cultural differences

User thinks OP would be the a**hole for demanding gifts back

Gifts are gifts, except for rare break-up cases
