Use these 7 phrases to 'put a rude person in their place,' say communication experts—force them to 'rethink what they're saying'
- Posted on June 20, 2025
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Use these 7 phrases to 'put a rude person in their place,' say communication experts—force them to 'rethink what they're saying'

We deal with rude people at work, in stores and restaurants, on airplanes and public transit, even at home. Psychology and communication experts Kathy and Ross Petras share the phrases that calmly demand respect and put rude people in their place.