Sally: I really like this guy, but I'm afraid he doesn't
like girls.
Debra: Well, why
don't you ask him or spend time bonding to find out?
Sally: No, I don't want to die of embarrassment. Instead I'm going to ask his friends, his sister, or stalk his social media and contact others online he knows to get an answer.
Debra: Stop playing longball and get it over with. You'll live.