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Avoid talking about unpleasant subjects, such as work or politics, during the meal.

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Avoid talking about unpleasant subjects, such as work or politics, during the meal.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You should avoid discussing unpleasant topics like work or politics during meals.

Describing Habits

We keep our mealtimes pleasant by avoiding conversations about stressful subjects.

Asking About Others

Do you try to avoid difficult conversations during dinner?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If we talked about work during dinner, it would ruin the mood.

Rephrased versions

Formal

It is advisable to refrain from discussing disagreeable subjects, such as work or politics, at mealtimes.

Casual

Let's not talk about work or politics while we eat; it's too depressing.

Simpler English

Don't talk about bad things at dinner.

Phrases to learn

unpleasant subjects

Topics that are disagreeable or cause discomfort.

during the meal

While eating.