I honestly do not understand this term because anyone can fit the stigma of a “jock.” This term is not sexuality specific and just highlights the unreliable nature of these terms. This tends to be the gay guy that is known to fulfill other guys “straight boy fantasy.” These guys are known for being extremely fit, conscious of what they eat, and shock people by identifying as homosexual. Therefore, they identify as “straight” and explore their sexuality with other men. These “straight” men tend to be individuals who have not revealed their sexuality to others or have not come to terms with their own identity.

The quotation marks around the word straight probably reveals the contradictory nature of this term. Most members of society are shocked when they find out that these men are gay. Essentially, a bear is an older gay male who is considered stronger, more masculine, and is known to be dominant. A bear is the complete antithesis of a twink.