Chatting and small talking
There has been a scandal involving the president of your country. Gossip about it.
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You are waiting to board a plane at an airport. The flight has already been delayed by two hours.
You decide to start a conversation with the person sitting next to you in the departure lounge.
You see your friend for the first time in a month. He/she has a new look. Give him/her a compliment.
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