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It's fine if it's already fine.

As part of a normal conversation, it's a good line. Self-deprecating, flattering the other person by comparison, and opening the door for them to share their experience.

In the worst case, it's a desperate bid for the other person to forgive your obvious social deficiencies, oh god I should have stayed home, I'm such a loser, etc



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