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そろそろ帰らないと、家族が心配するよ。

Pronunciation: Sorosoro kaeranai to, kazoku ga shinpai suru yo.

Meaning: I should head home soon, or my family will start worrying.

This phrase uses 「そろそろ」(sorosoro) meaning "soon/gradually" and 「~ないと」expressing necessity. It's a natural, polite way to excuse yourself from social situations in Japanese culture, where consideration for family is highly valued.

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