The secret formula for holiday conversations that won’t lead to a fight
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December 17, 2024

The secret formula for holiday conversations that won’t lead to a fight

By By SHARON RHODES For the AP 

The holidays can be a time for friends and family to come together. But if festivities in the upcoming months leave you dreading tension-filled conversations and disagreements at the dinner table, head to your next holiday party with this secret formula for avoiding arguments.

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