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If you’ve only heard about the “sidewalk rule” recently, it’s a common act of chivalry with roots back in the Middle Ages. The sidewalk rule is simply when a guy walks closest to the street to protect a woman from road hazards. While some people see the sidewalk rule as a standard for their relationship, other people may view it as a little old-fashioned. Keep reading to learn what the sidewalk rule means and how women feel about it, plus its surprising origins.
Things You Should Know
- The sidewalk rule for a couple is when a man walks on the part of the sidewalk closest to the street when they’re with a woman.
- Men follow the sidewalk rule to protect women from any dangers on the street, like a vehicle getting too close to the curb or splashing water.
- Some women view the sidewalk rule as a sign of respect and good manners in a relationship. Others may think the sidewalk rule is old-fashioned and overly controlling.
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- ↑ https://www.westpoint.edu/military/directorate-of-cadet-activities/hostess/social-etiquette
- ↑ https://www.technology.org/2019/08/04/disgusting-reasons-why-a-real-gentleman-has-to-walk-on-the-street-side-of-his-woman/
- ↑ https://honey.nine.com.au/latest/sidewalk-rule-tiktok-relationships-dating-what-is-it-explainer/0835f722-0c7d-4398-8a70-fa8ec2f1bdb8
- ↑ https://wp.nyu.edu/steinhardt-appsych_opus/the-role-of-benevolent-sexism-in-gender-inequality/
- ↑ https://honey.nine.com.au/latest/sidewalk-rule-tiktok-relationships-dating-what-is-it-explainer/0835f722-0c7d-4398-8a70-fa8ec2f1bdb8
- ↑ https://www.technology.org/2019/08/04/disgusting-reasons-why-a-real-gentleman-has-to-walk-on-the-street-side-of-his-woman/
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