Are we fwb's (friends with benefits) or are we dating?

Until he asks to be exclusive, you are fwb. I had a friend who was staying with a guy 3 nights a week, acted totally like a boyfriend ... but when she finally asked him (a year later) he said "he didn't see it as serious). I've had all of the cuddly and affectionate stuff myself from a guy who didn't want to date me. No need to dash your hopes, but don't build up any false fantasies, either?