When he lets you know how busy he is latelyAnytime you try to make contact, he cuts the conversation short. Bring up work, school or any other excuse to justify the fact that he has to run. He is sure to point out that he loves whatever it is that is taking up all his time and that he wouldn't change a thing about his life.
Not true. We can be honest at times.
Tell you he has a friend that is perfect for youAfter he's decided you are not the one for him, he uses the information he gathered to push you onto another person. Point out how his buddy also cried when he saw the movie What Dreams May Come or any other common points you guys may have. His buddy may be annoyed, but at least he'll be rid of you.
True.
Subtly highlight clashes of opinionPolitics, morals, values — there are all kinds of hot-button issues he can subtly drop that will turn you off. If he knows you are a smoker, he spouts off something negative about tobacco.
Sometimes its just a clash of opinions. Nothing more.