concept   presence
culture   Western cultures
statement   In Western cultures, maintaining direct eye contact and engagement is valued in social and business settings.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 empty Western countries Leaving a restaurant and not finishing your plate is acceptable 1
2 empty Western culture Leaving an empty seat beside you in a crowded theater is polite, to give others space 1
3 empty Western culture Leaving a container empty may be seen as a sign of lack of preparation or thoughtfulness. 1
4 existence Western culture Existence is often taken for granted, and the focus is on achieving success and fulfillment in life. 1
5 presence Western countries It is considered polite to greet people with direct eye contact and a firm handshake to show presence. 1
6 presence Western cultures Important in business meetings and social gatherings; being attentive and engaged in the moment is valued. 1
7 presence western countries It is polite to maintain strong eye contact to show presence and engagement in a conversation. 1