Miss Manners by Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin

Miss Manners in Advice April 08, 2020

Discourage a Chatty Gym Mate With a Touch of Drama

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I work out at lunchtime in the gym located in the building where I work. I’m always in a bit of a rush to get my workout done during lunch hour, and really value the time to myse... continue

Miss Manners in Advice April 07, 2020

Are You Too Sensitive, or Too Sensitive?

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was called too sensitive by a close relative. The relative then explained to me that there is a way to cure being too sensitive. Then the relative said it was just a joke, whic... continue

Miss Manners in Advice April 06, 2020

Engaged Couple Have Their Priorities Upside Down

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Help! We are planning our wedding exactly according to the rules, and now everyone is mad at us! My mother and my future mother-in-law, who weren’t friendly before, bonded over t... continue

Miss Manners in Advice April 04, 2020

How Do I Tactfully Point Out Typos?

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Lately, I’ve come across a large number of typos online: e.g. restaurant menus, sites for housecleaning services, etc. Most of them are obvious spelling errors (e.g. “claning” in... continue