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Even the most expressive dudes have moments when they don't feel like talking to anyone, including you. Is it something you did? Maybe. Here, explanations for his zipped lips.
He's Feeling Guilty
Women are smart like Nancy Drew smart--and guys know it. When your man has committed a minor crime (like casually e-mailing an ex), he may get quiet to avoid incriminating himself. Brendan*, 29, cops to that kind of behavior. "I went to my girlfriend's place after going out for happy hour. Since I had lied and told her I was working late, I just stared at the TV .all night because I was scared I would let something slip accidentally." Don't worry--the occasional silence of this kind is usually only indicative of a small faux pas, not a major offense.
You Undermined Him
Sure, you don't mean to bust his balls in public, but when you question your man or make a biting comment in front of other people, he feels stupid. After singeing his manhood, you can count on getting the cold shoulder. "This chick I took to my buddy's wedding was telling all my hard-partying friends how I'd become a homebody," says John, 24. "I kept saying that it wasn't true, thinking she'd get the hint and just shut up. ...
Source: HighBeam Research, 4 reasons he's not talking: if your man goes mute, there's something...