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Are there circumstances where rudeness would be preferable to politeness?
I have known since my Sunday school days that being polite, graceful, and considerate in language and behavior are cardinal virtues. But recently I found myself faced with a situation when being rude elicited valuable results. Just wondering whether you've also experienced similar situations when being polite is completely a waste time and effort.
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- SpudLv 61 decade agoFavorite Answer
Yes, I believe I have had that experience. Not many times...but a couple of times at least.
- Coconut GuyLv 71 decade ago
Usually, I tend to solve all my situations with politeness.
Even if they are rude, I won't be rude back at them. I'll just try to work around it. Somehow, I always manage to work out things politely.
Hope this helps.