Conversation Blunders

Conversation Blunders

Karyn Indursky

What I mean is...
What I'm trying to say is...
I'm trying to express...
You know I...
You know what I mean...
If I were you...
If I could change...
I didn't mean that...
Don't...
Listen I...
If I alter my...
Would you mind if...
Could I...
Do you have a minute...
What do you think about...
Can I borrow your...
Can you help me with...
Why not...
Maybe, next time we could...
Um...
Ooh...
Yeah, I...
No, I...
Whatever...
I'm out of...
I could use some...
How did you...
Can you share your...
Damn it!

Author's Notes/Comments: 

These are the times when you should give up trying to talk to and with someone. If you're writing, give it up. Insert your foot in your mouth and wait for the next round.

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