When conversations backstage rose above a whisper, the supervisor would hiss: "Quiet!
When conversations aren't only opportunities to learn, but potentially harmful triggers, we also reinforce the idea that one must be painstakingly careful about what one says.
When conversations between Arsenal and Tottenham fans take place, the likelihood is that – if they haven't already – they'll descend into petty mudslinging, with recent results, trophy droughts and references to Sol Campbell traded off against each other.
When conversations about smart manufacturing focus on the "gee whiz" technology that connects equipment and people in ways never before possible, they miss the point.
When conversations occur, the game presents multiple dialogue options.
When conversations proceed badly, you abhor seeing the other person.
When conversations about poverty take place in Washington, they typically focus on the working poor, rather than the non-working poor.
When conversations lack depth or intrigue, we often fill our time with physical activity together, but it is impossible to build a real connection or lasting relationship with someone on that alone.
When conversations about police brutality or hate crimes come up, there are some racists who are quick to point out the rate of black-on-white crime, and argue that these instances are racially motivated attacks against white people ― in other words, hate crimes.
When conversations about the amount or pace of weight gain did occur, patients reported that they had prompted the discussion, with doctors rarely raising the subject.
We've seen what happens when conversations deteriorate (look at the U.S. Congress), and it's ugly.
