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Coverage dated September 28, 2026

Miss Manners: Why did hosts do away with assigned seats at dinner parties?

Headline from The Oregonian

Yet the purpose of such meals is for people to mix, and it is a guest’s duty to make the effort.

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  1. The Oregonian

    Miss Manners: Why did hosts do away with assigned seats at dinner parties? (opens The Oregonian)

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    Yet the purpose of such meals is for people to mix, and it is a guest’s duty to make the effort.

  2. AL.com

    Miss Manners: Why isn’t assigned seating used more at dinner parties? (opens AL.com)

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    Yet the purpose of such meals is for people to mix, and it is a guest’s duty to make the effort.