“But you’re gay… why do you like sailing and WWE?”
“Well, I feel like both of those are pretty gay considering the reputation the Navy has and WWE being all sweaty men.”
“EXPLAIN FIREARMS THEN.”
“Shooty go pew.”
“WHAT ARE YOU?!”
“Hungry.”
Based off of a real conversation I’ve had.
It’s part of gay culture, so it’s done both consciously and unconsciously. Just like when you butch/femme it up to impress someone consciously, some folks do it to fit in but not necessarily.