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Old 27-Mar-2006, 10:07
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Default ''Don't worry'' & '' Never mind''
What is the difference between ''Don't worry.'' and ''Never mind.'' ?
Could anyone tell me ?

For example, in the following, Which is better, ''Don't worry.'' or '' Never mind.'' ? Or both phrases will do?

A:'' I'm sorry I'm late.''
B:'' ( )''

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Old 28-Mar-2006, 05:06
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Default Re: ''Don't worry'' & '' Never mind''
Don't worry strikes me as better. I use it more to show it's OK, while never mind is more to calm people down.
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