Agree. That was one of the better examples. Saying "That meeting sounds like a waste of my time" is pretty rude.
To me the euphemism part is "I’m unable to add value to this meeting" which means "I don't see the need for me to attend this meeting".
Your examples are better too. Adding a question to ensure you've not misread the situation is absolutely the right thing: "I don't see the need for me to attend this meeting, is there something you needed me for?"
To me the euphemism part is "I’m unable to add value to this meeting" which means "I don't see the need for me to attend this meeting".
Your examples are better too. Adding a question to ensure you've not misread the situation is absolutely the right thing: "I don't see the need for me to attend this meeting, is there something you needed me for?"