In a mixed group I initiate conversation.

跟不同人在一个团队时，我会带起谈话。

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You would love to initiate conversation but you don't want to come off as cheesy, pushy, or desperate.

你很想和他或她交谈，但开场白又不能显得笨拙可笑、咄咄逼人或是非常迫不及待。

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I've tried to initiate conversation countless times, but he always seems more interested in playing games, singing songs or hiding.

我曾无数次地试图展开一次对话，但是他似乎总是对玩游戏，唱歌，捉迷藏更感兴趣。

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If you try to initiate conversation with an average person in the developing countries, the first thing they would ask you is do you have a PIN?

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Fortunately, tools are available to help you change your culture and initiate this conversation.

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