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Clues You Aren't Having Sex Tonight: 5 Signals to Recognize

January 1, 2026
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Clues You Aren't Having Sex Tonight

Clues You Aren't Having Sex Tonight

They Avoid Physical Contact

This is a fairly obvious clue that signals they're not in the mood. If you approach your spouse with physical contact and they shrug you off or move away a little, it means they're not interested in engaging in physical intimacy.

The Conversation Is Short

If you try to talk to your spouse and they give you short or one-word answers without bothering to continue the conversation or follow up, this is a major clue. Another sign is that your partner is trying to steer the conversation in another direction that isn't sexual. For example, if you ask your spouse, "Whatchu doin' tonight?" and they respond with, "I'm just really tired and it's been a rough week." They're basically telling you that nothing will be happening tonight. Sometimes, it's possible to work on it and steer your partner back into the mood, but it really depends on the situation and what kind of mood they're in.

Too Many Clothes

If your partner comes to bed in a onesie or pyjamas that aren't revealing, this is a clue. It's a subtle sign that they don't want to look sexy or give the impression that they would be open to sex.

They Separate The Covers

Another clue that they're not in the mood is if you don't have access to your partner's body while you're in bed together. They're purposely covering themselves up and putting a barrier between your bodies to signal that they don't want physical contact.

The Rollover

The "rollover" is a huge clue that they don't want to have sex tonight. If you get in bed and your partner rolls over to the other side, then they're physically turning the front of their body away from you to show they're not interested.

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