Miss Manners: I was raised to say ‘sir’ and ‘ma’am’ but had to change my ways

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to what gender-neutral honorific can replace sir or ...

Miss Manners: Grandma won’t address the rude guest scaring off her friends

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to when one tea party guest drives others away.

Miss Manners: After 150 years of use, why are there no common manners used in elevators?

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Elevators have been in existence, I believe, for more than 150 years, but there does not seem to be a ...
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Miss Manners: Can I tell my young co-workers they have bad manners?

Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, gentlereader@missmanners.com; or through postal mail to Miss Manners, Andrews McMeel Syndication, 1130 ...

Miss Manners end of year top 10 columns 2025: Our kingdom for a reliable RSVP

These are the top 10 most read Miss Manners columns of 2025: 10: Shop owner is in the business of selling gifts. Do they need ...
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Miss Manners: A little bribe gets invitees to RSVP on time

My suggestion is to mention, in your invitation, that you have only a specific number of dinners, special treats, surprise ...