(She) insists that when I am offered another helping of food, it’s rude for me to reply, “No, thank you, I’m full.” ...

Miss Manners understands that people who have trouble saying no might be sorry to disappoint those who importune them. Or ...

Dear Miss Manners: I was on a tennis team and was eliminated during a tournament. I was supposed to play two matches: I played one and won, but then got injured and bowed out of my second match. I ...

I have not worn any kind of nail polish since I was in my 20s. I do not want to polish my toenails, or my fingernails, either ...

One bridesmaid says she didn't have any input on the shower's size and scope, why should she have to help fund it?

She immediately said, “I hate it when people say that,” and continued to complain about people always saying that.

Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, [email protected]; ...

Among the portraits is that of Judith Martin, better known as advice columnist “Miss Manners.” The first lady of etiquette spoke with the magazine’s Arcynta Ali Childs.

Miss Manners feels certain that you will not have to get much further than the second sentence before your friend realizes what she is asking, starts to panic and retreats. If she does not, you ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am in a rough spot financially. I really can’t afford to attend concerts, grab coffee, dine at restaurants, etc. Related Articles.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I bought a drink at a coffee shop that came to $4.22 with tax.I was presented with three tip options: $1, $2 or $3 — 25%, 50% or 75%, respectively. Since there weren’t any ...

Dear Miss Manners: My ex-wife (we divorced 40 years ago) recently did something I would never dream of doing: She threw herself an elaborate catered party for her 70th birthday.