Tinder guy uses the eclipse as a way to get some action in the dark

Didn't see that coming.
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Yesterday's eclipse has infiltrated pretty much every aspect of our lives, and this now includes how we flirt.

Reddit user nextdoorwilly shared an opening line he used on his Tinder match in the midst of the eclipse frenzy.

His "I burned my eyes out" joke is a little superficial and potentially sleazy, but for whatever reason, kind of works?

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Other people might not have found this joke quite as clever, but Lauren seemed to enjoy his topical humor.

At least he didn't get blocked...ya know, like the sun.

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