India, Dec. 31 -- Ghosting can feel like a silent form of heartbreak. Have you ever been chatting with someone, everything feels amazing, and then, out of nowhere. they vanish? No warning, no explanation, just total silence. It's like being left hanging without any closure. Welcome to the unsettling world of ghosting, a phenomenon that has become all too common yet continues to leave people feeling confused, hurt, and searching for closure. (Also read: Snowmanning: New holiday dating trend that doctors warn could lead to STIs and emotional fallout )

"Modern dating has created a language of its own. Terms like benching, breadcrumbing, and cushioning have made their way into everyday lingo. Ghosting is one such term. It refers to suddenly ...