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Revealing one's homosexuality to the public. "I thought Steve was straight but I heard he just came out."
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is the term used by lesbians, gay men and bisexuals to describe their experience of self discovery, self-acceptance, openness and honesty about their sexual orientation and their decision to share this with others when and how they choose.
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When gay men and women and bisexuals can finally accept who they are and reveal their orientation to friends and family
A perfect example of someone coming out:
Guy: Gay Guy: Uhhh... Dave? Theres something I need to.. tell you. Dave: What is it bro? Gay guy: I think I'm gay. Dave: Serious? How long have you known? Gay guy: A year... Can we still be friends? Dave: sure, man. as long as you're not turned on. Girl: Lesbian girl: ..Hey trish? Trish: what Lesbian: If I tell you somethng will you completely freak out? Trish: No! What??? Tell me. Lesbian: You're totally gonna think Im weird but.. im a lesbian. Trish: (silent) *laughs* REALLY?!?!?!?!?!? Your kidding Lesbian: no.. im serious. Trish: how long have you known? Lesbian: since i was like..... ten Trish: Wow. Bisexual: Bi Girl: Mom? I need to tell you something. I cant take it anymore. Mom: What.. Bi Girl.: I'm attracted to girls, mom. And boys. Im bisexual. Mom: (silent) Really? What if its just a stage in your life..? it could be just a stage!! Bi GIrl: No.. mom. I know myself better than anyone else. I;m bisexual. Mom: Wow. Bi Girl: You're not mad, are you? Mom: no of course not. Bi Girl: Okay. (hugs) |
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Guy: "I am gay and proud!"
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Revealing a clandestine relationship. "None of their friends realized they were dating until the coming out."
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What your dad will do after you drop out of college You: "Dad I dropped out."
Dad: "I am coming out son. I want to be gay." You: "Damn dad, I was just kidding..." |
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