“Part of the skill of saying no is to shut up afterward and not babble on, offering material for an argument.”
Quote by Judith Martin
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Judith Martin
Judith Martin, known by her pen name Miss Manners, is an American journalist and columnist renowned for her insights into etiquette and social norms. Born on September 13, 1938, she has been writing a etiquette column for The New York Times since 1962, remaining a prominent figure in the public eye to this day. more
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