- It was nice chatting with you.
- Well, it’s getting late.
- Anyway, I should get going.
- (formal) Sorry, but I’m afraid I need to…
- I’m sorry to cut you off, but I actually gotta run.
(cut you off = interrupt you)
5 English Phrases for Ending a Conversation Politely
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