In a crowded elevator, when there are others between you and the door, announce that the elevator has arrived at your floor and excuse yourself while making your way through the crowd. Pushing is discouraged.
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i personally like the “cough” which means get the f*** out of my way. time to get off.
I usually say, “Excuse me, getting off, please”. If the people seem dense and don’t move toward the walls, I may have to shout it.
Gee, be careful not to say that on this one elevator in Ireland, as the phrase takes on a whole new meaning!
Do you mean to say you were in the process of riding the only lift in Ireland as you wrote that?
when approaching your floor, let go of the bar at the back of the elevator, step towards the doors and stand, as if your captain of the starship enterprise, looking focussed towards your direction of exit! ( you can possibly cough and sniff to hint to others to shift out of the way too!!) this usually gives the impression that your floor is next, and hopefully no one will get in your way!
I can’t stand in the middle while the elevator is moving and then stopping, because it’s nauseating and makes me dizzy. That is why I am always leaning against the wall. I will say “excuse me”. If not heard, I will touch (omagod!) their arm to indicate my need to exit.
I WIN THE FORUM!!!
“Oh . . . I think I’m gonna be sick.” Works really well.