How to Avoid a Flirting Flop! A Step-by-Step Guide By Megan Esteves, 17, and  Alexander Onish, 17, Staff Writers So, you�re at this party and you�ve just spotted a guy or girl you�re attracted to. Though it would be nice, you can�t look at a person and make them come up to you. This is when flirting comes into play.   For some, flirting is easy, but most people are in the dark. Along with teens across the U.S., the SEX, ETC. editors give you their best flirting advice. continued

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		Is it OK to flirt with someone who's already in a relationship?   Yes! Flirting is completely harmless. No way! Maybe. It depends on how serious the relationship is. I'd never do it, but I don't care if others do.

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-- Candice, 19

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