I have a neat trick I use that works. Say the person is playing a game, I'll wait till they hit pause, or we are underground without network to ensure I'm not ruining their online game. Then, engage them in a conversation.
I'll feign interest in the game and ask them about the game they are playing, etc. They'll often stop playing and start talking with you, which is more tolerable + I've made a couple of friends this way.
Works less often for people playing loud music, but they will lower the volume to be able to hear you talking.
sthornr t1_j0nhqht wrote
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No that's a cloud kitchen I think