I don't know your age. I am 63 so we come from different generations. I think you are smart to think out these things. Sex is a mutual agreement married or not.
I don't think sex is a taboo subject. I can't look at any media without sex involved. It is a natural occurrence. Sex and love are 2 different things and men are always interested in sex.
They never get a break from thinking about it ... it is everywhere. When you meet the right guy let him know how you feel. Friends first is important.
Well I have to go now. :)
RE: If your partner deprive you from sex for a particular period of time, which will you do, masturbate or have sex with someone else? And state your reason?