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Flirting is officially somewhat more restricted in learning-places
than in drinking-places, as education is supposed to take priority
over purely social concerns, but in many cases the difference is
not very noticeable. Taking a course or evening class may in fact
provide more opportunities for relaxed, enjoyable flirting than
frequenting bars and night-clubs.

Workplace
At work, flirting is usually acceptable only in certain areas, with
certain people and at specific times or occasions. There are no
universal laws: each workplace or working environment has its
own unwritten etiquette governing flirtatious behaviour.
In some companies, the coffee machine or cafeteria may be the
unofficial 'designated flirting zones', other companies may frown
on any flirting during office hours, or between managers and
staff, while some may have a long-standing trad