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Sliding into DMs
Sending someone a direct message, usually on Instagram or Twitter/X, to initiate a private conversation — often with romantic intent.
How kids use it
Used casually by teens to describe reaching out to someone. The concern is when strangers slide into your child's DMs with unwanted contact. Review who is in your child's message requests.
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