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13 things people say just to end a conversation

Not every goodbye sounds like “goodbye.” Sometimes people drop little phrases that politely shut things down without saying it outright. From the classic “Anyway…” to the vague “Let’s catch up soon,” these lines are less about continuing the chat and more about wrapping it up. Here are 13 common examples.