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I went to a dinner party, brought an appetizer and wine — and the host charged me $60. Should I cut ties with her?

MarketWatch Friday 11 September 2026, 13:28 UTC By Aditi Shrikant 1 min read

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“Am I right to think this is pretty cheap and rude?”

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I went to a dinner party, brought an appetizer and wine — and the host charged me $60. Should I cut ties with her?

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