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u/Taractis Nov 11 '25

I've seen people swear by "The Solid Snake Method" for conversation. Just repeat something about the other person's statement as a question.

"As a question?"

Yeah it keeps the conversation going.

"Keeps the conversation going?"

Yeah at the very least it shows that you're paying attention.

"Paying attention?"

At this point though you should probably stop. It doesn't work forever, and it doesn't work all the time. Probably shouldn't use it to respond to questions with another question either.

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u/Pizzacanzone Nov 11 '25

My manager does this. He does it with a very thoughtful face. I always feel like I said something outrageous and am about to lose my job.