Should we wait until the wedding takes place, or should we start sending thank-you notes now to acknowledge receipt of these ...

So the short answer is: Keep offering seats to ladies if you don’t mind standing; if you do mind, then stay seated. Dear Miss ...

I live in a place where many cultures and nationalities abound. When I was at a restaurant with friends the other day, we ...

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DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am new to online dating, and I’d like your advice on how to respond to “likes” when you’re not interested. I feel that some response to a message is appropriate, but I ...

In other words, they’re not just bores, and we can’t fire them and get a whole new set. GENTLE READER: There is an old rule of etiquette that Miss Manners left gathering dust in the cupboard ...

Miss Manners suggests you try spontaneity and not overthink the situation. If you happen to make eye contact, a shy, endearing smile is fine. But if they do not return your gaze, keep it moving.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My neighbors have several gatherings a year, and they are always potlucks. If the invitation says, “Bring a dish to share and a bottle of wine,” then I am happy to do so.