>> Well they were wrong.
Obviously, there is potential for some cases to be complex/involved - particularly if stuff isn't dealt with quickly. The words I mentioned were intended as a litmus test for managers and a guide for staff.
What exactly is inappropriate is fact dependent and to that extent subjective. Plenty of other office 'rules' have that characteristic. So does the law.
If I remember correctly the word unreciprocated (albeit not in OED the etymology is clear enough not to need a 'sic') was adopted as a staff suggestion. It was intended cover consensual flirting and recognise that plenty of partnerships start in the office.
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