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The Decline of Phone Etiquette: A Deep Dive into a Generational Divide
In recent years, a seemingly mundane yet surprisingly charged debate has erupted on social media: how members of Generation Z handle phone calls, and whether their approach constitutes a lack of basic etiquette. A viral tweet ignited the controversy by highlighting that many Gen Z individuals answer calls without saying hello or initiating any greeting, instead waiting passively for the caller to speak first. This seemingly small act has become emblematic of broader questions about communication norms, social decay, and generational change.