How I learned to gracefully exit tedious party conversations

Last week at a friend's gathering, I was cornered by someone explaining their entire genealogy. I started carrying a drink with a lime wedge, and when I want to leave, I pretend to spot someone across the room and say I promised to catch up with them. It's a smooth way to disengage without hurting feelings, and it's saved me from so many awkward silences. Plus, the lime wedge gives me something to fiddle with if I need a distraction.

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jamiehunt2h ago

My version involves just fleeing to the bathroom.