How To End A Conversation
Your conversation doesn’t have to constantly flow. A short interlude of quiet in an otherwise lively discussion doesn’t mean that things have turned south (пошатнуться, ухудшиться). Don’t rush in to fill the silence. You’ll almost always regret what you say if you’re only saying it to prevent some silence. The break can actually give each of you a chance to take a beat (взять паузу), refocus on another topic or segue into a natural way to wrap up (закругляться).
When your conversation reaches a natural conclusion, pull the trigger (зд.: действуйте решительно) by saying “I won’t keep you” or “Give my regards to [mutual acquaintance]” before making your escape. If you’re at a party, excuse yourself to get a drink; if you’re at work, you can leave to get some coffee. You can also say, ‘It’s nice talking to you, but I have to talk to someone before they leave.’
