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Coverage dated October 16, 2026

Miss Manners: When do I exit a conversation if the other person is not single?

Headline from Cleveland Plain Dealer

I don’t want to waste any more time with them, but I don’t want to abruptly stand up and walk away.

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  1. Cleveland Plain Dealer

    Miss Manners: When do I exit a conversation if the other person is not single? (opens Cleveland Plain Dealer)

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    I don’t want to waste any more time with them, but I don’t want to abruptly stand up and walk away.

  2. AL.com

    Miss Manners: How do I ease out of a conversation with someone who’s taken? (opens AL.com)

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    I don’t want to waste any more time with them, but I don’t want to abruptly stand up and walk away.

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