Yes, breadcrumbing in a relationship can also occur in non-romantic situations, including work and marriage. This makes it hard to know how the relationship is going. In marriage, breadcrumbing can involve one partner withholding emotional or physical intimacy while providing occasional affectionate gestures to maintain the relationship. In a professional setting, breadcrumbing might manifest as a coworker or superior providing "minimal" support, cooperation, encouragement, or recognition, leaving you feeling undervalued and uncertain about your job performance.