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  "textContent": "Making friends isn’t always easy for kids, but it’s pretty straightforward. Kid friendships usually start with something like, “Hey, cool bike.” Or “Hey, want to run across the field with me?” Or “Hey, let’s pretend [fill in imaginary scenario].” If the other kid responds positively, boom, you’re friends. If only it were that simple for […]\n\nThe post Struggling to make friends as an adult? You may have fallen into the ‘liking gap.’ appeared first on Upworthy.",
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