The term 'infladating' combines inflation and dating, describing how single people are reducing their spending on outings due to the higher cost of living. According to experts, members of Gen Z and millennials are choosing to date less frequently and are preferring budget-friendly activities like taking walks or cooking meals at home. Data from the BMO index shows that the typical cost of a date in the US has climbed to $189 (₹18,000), marking a 12.5% increase compared to the previous year.