Do you use 'politisms'?

I was amused by a survey by Trinity College London on 'British politisms'; those phrases we use to "soften requests, avoid conflict, and navigate social interactions". I don't know whether these will translate to US, but it might be fun to do an apple poll!
(the translation is in brackets)

Link to Trinity's summary

Years ago while on a layover in Merry Ole, I had the TV on in my room to catch the news.  A report came up about the meeting of fans in the streets after a football match, here in the US it would have been called a riot!!  The announcer termed it "a frank exchange of views" I've made use of that term many times over the years.

Peace

Last vote in apple poll was on April 11, 2025

It's handy to cross your fingers whilst being "polite" . . .and your mind is saying "I just don't believe it" (insert expletive of choice if necessary).