AVOIDING TABOOS

1. It might be a good idea not to mention politics = Don't mention politics.
2. You shouldn't mention politics at the dinner table = No talking abou politics at dinner
3. It would be safer to steer clear about politics = Steer clear of politics (STEER = to guide the course of . Ex. I can steer you to the best restaurant in town).

1. gathering = an assembling or meeting


2. bother = to give trouble, annoy ,pester, worry


3. Examples: Why do we bother to make a small talk at social gatherings?

1. a close friend


2. a slight acquaintance


3. a complete stranger

1. Politics is another no-go area.