Hey, friend. He did break up with you. That's what "doesn't want to be in a relationship right now" means. But it sounds like he hopes you can reconnect as friends in a while. I'm really sorry, this is not what your hopes were for the future. But you have to deal with the reality in front of you for best results in time. Take at least a couple of months no-contact once he moves out; do not string yourself along but work on acceptance and finding your new way forward. Good luck, and hugs.
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Reply to My partner of 5 years wants to move out but not break-up... I feel so defeated. by [deleted]
Hey, friend. He did break up with you. That's what "doesn't want to be in a relationship right now" means. But it sounds like he hopes you can reconnect as friends in a while. I'm really sorry, this is not what your hopes were for the future. But you have to deal with the reality in front of you for best results in time. Take at least a couple of months no-contact once he moves out; do not string yourself along but work on acceptance and finding your new way forward. Good luck, and hugs.