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How to negotiate travel upgrades without sounding entitled in English

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Clerk

Traveler

1. 

   Traveler

   Is there any quiet leeway on an upgrade if the cabin is light?
2. 

   Clerk

   There may be quiet leeway on an upgrade if the cabin is light.
3. 

   Clerk

   Would miles alone cover it, or would a small top-up still be needed?
4. 

   Traveler

   I can cover miles alone if possible, though a small top-up is fine.
5. 

   Traveler

   If an upgrade is unlikely, could you at least secure an exit-row seat?
6. 

   Clerk

   Yes, if an upgrade is unlikely, I can still secure an exit-row seat.
7. 

   Clerk

   Shall I note the request without promising an outcome?
8. 

   Traveler

   Yes, please note the request without promising an outcome.
9. 

   Traveler

   If nothing opens up, will you still flag me for the waitlist?
10. 

    Clerk

    Yes, if nothing opens up, I will still flag you for the waitlist.