Since 1978, Judith Martin's Miss Manners column—carried in more than 200 newspapers and digital outlets—has chronicled the rise and fall of American manners.

3 days ago · DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have a strong moral requirement not to lie, which has led me to reflect on the role of full truthfulness in good manners. I often observe people giving false reasons or intentionally omitting pertinent details to politely avoid something.

1 day ago · Miss Manners will call things even -- and agree to proceed with the plan to let your husband deal with your troublesome guest next time -- if you will remind your husband to pick something up for said guest before the next event. (Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, dearmissmanners@gmail ...

4 days ago · Miss Manners: Woman addressed by first name after the men get ‘Mr.’ A veteran is feeling slighted after all the men in her online exercise group get addressed as Mr. while she just gets called...

1 day ago · Dear Miss Manners: I received a group email from a younger family member that included all of the relatives of my generation, and some younger. The subject was a beloved aunt who passed away years ...

Jan 17, 2025 · Miss Manners is not suggesting you pretend your hearing aid malfunctioned -- that might actually elicit a repetition. Instead, treat it as a joke. Before you object that this is disingenuous, consider how grateful everyone present will be to be given this graceful way out -- including your neighbor, though her gratitude may require time.

Dec 14, 2024 · Miss Manners is not certain that they will accept, but it is a kind gesture, and something they may well appreciate and find useful in the future.

Dec 23, 2024 · This letter writer tries to laugh at their family’s teasing, but it feels more and more mean-spirited. Dear Miss Manners: Is there a polite way to deal with those relatives who constantly tease...

Judith Martin’s “Miss Manners” newspaper column — distributed thrice-weekly by the Universal UClick and carried in more than 200 newspapers in the United States and abroad — has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.

Jan 19, 2025 · Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, [email protected]; or through postal mail to Miss Manners, Andrews McMeel...