High school sweethearts Lindsey and Ryne are very physically and emotionally attracted to each other, but they are going to different colleges in the fall and decide that they should not commit to their relationship. According to Sternberg's triangular theory, they have __________ love.

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According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, romantic love is characterized by intimacy and passion, but lacks commitment. Lindsey and Ryne have physical and emotional attraction (intimacy and passion) but decide not to commit, fitting the description of romantic love.

High School Sweethearts Lindsey and Ryne Are Very Physically and Emotionally