Shreks appeal: why gen Zs are settling for plainer dates

Once you’ve had your heart broken a few times, there’s a lot to be said for a partner who’s kind and available – even if they’re a bit of an ogre

Name: Shrekking.

Age: Shrek the book came out in 1990. Shrek the film came out in 2001 (and went on to become a major franchise). Shrek the verb is more recent.