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How to reply to “You're leaving already?”

A friend says this at a casual party as you grab your coat. They are disappointed but not pressuring you hard.

Editor's promptYou're leaving already?

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Examples from the team

Sample replies written by the site team. They are not voted on and never appear in rankings.

I am. My social battery is blinking red, but I'm glad I came.

Team example Admit and explain

Sadly, yes. Text me the best story I miss tonight.

Team example Sidestep

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