Dear Annie: My best friend recently started dating someone new, and ever since, she’s become distant. We used to talk daily; now I’m lucky if she texts back within a week. When we do hang out, he always tags along, even for things we used to do just the two of us.

I’m happy she’s found someone she likes, but I miss our friendship. I tried mentioning it once, and she just laughed and said, “Don’t be jealous!” I wasn’t trying to start a fight; I just wanted her to know I feel left out.

Should I bring it up again or just let it go?

—Third Wheel

Dear Third Wheel: Relationships can be all-consuming, especially at the beginning, but they’re not a substitute for friendship.

Focus on a small, concrete ask: “I’m happy for you, but I miss spending time just us. Can we make a plan soon—just the

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