When someone actively interrupts, blocks, or derails another person’s attempt to flirt, rizz, or joke their way into someone’s heart. Usually done in group settings or livestreams, this is the playful art of stopping your friend from “cooking.” You’re not protecting anyone from danger—you’re protecting them from success.
It’s like being a romantic goalie: your entire job is to stop their shot from landing.
It’s like being a romantic goalie: your entire job is to stop their shot from landing.
“I was trying to talk to her at the party, but Chris kept playing defense like I owed him rent.”
“Lacy always plays defense when Marlon starts rizzing—it’s like she trains for it.”
“Bro stop playing defense and let me cook.”
“Lacy always plays defense when Marlon starts rizzing—it’s like she trains for it.”
“Bro stop playing defense and let me cook.”
by genzluv July 19, 2025