25 Misconceptions Guys Have About Sex

There are some things you think you've got right that you actually have all wrong.

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Every once in awhile, a woman encounters a man so thoroughly misguided about sex, it's shocking that he's managed to maintain his incorrect ways without a woman setting him straight. It would be impressive if it wasn't so heartbreaking. And annoying.

Even men with the best of intentions are sometimes guilty of sexual missteps. Learn from their mistakes (yes, we're generously assuming you've yet to make any) and be sure to take copious notes: These are 25 Misconceptions Guys Have About Sex.

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By Shanté Cosme (@ShanteCosme)

If sex doesn't last for hours, it's not satisfying.

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Manscaping is a must. 

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Sex starts in the bedroom.

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We need to be persuaded to have sex.

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All nipples are created equal.

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We even vaguely believe you when you say "It was dark" or "It slipped" as an excuse for shoving your penis in or around our butts.

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We don't ogle men.

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A porn star's body is the template for every woman.

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The best way to deal with a failing erection is to ignore it.

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I am satisfied, so she must be.

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Communication during sex should be limited to dirty talk.

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When it comes to the clitoris, the rougher the better.

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Calling her a slut is a turn-on.

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It's okay to ejaculate anywhere you want.

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A woman's worst fear is sex with the lights on.

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If it's not broken, don't fix it.

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Women are not as freaky as men.

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If you're not making her climax from sex alone, you're doing something wrong.

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Baby talk is just as important as dirty talk.

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Women enjoy giving more than taking.

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The harder you thrust, the better.

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Sex is serious.

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The bigger, the better.

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Foreplay is a waste of time.

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Every woman's body works the same.

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