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#1 13-Dec-2009, 16:20
Never mind
Hi!
I know some occasions in which "never mind" is said in response. but i was wondering if someone can say it in this context: -thank you for the ride. - never mind.
i think "you're welcome" or "don't mention it" are more appropriate. what do you think?
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#2 13-Dec-2009, 16:32Re: Never mind
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#3 13-Dec-2009, 16:42
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I don't think "don't mention it" is appropriate either, since he just affored help & you did not do him a favor.
Thanks for the ride. --> Response: Don't mention it!
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#4 13-Dec-2009, 19:53Re: Never mind
"You're welcome" and "Don't mention it" are correct.
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#5 14-Dec-2009, 18:08Re: Never mind
'Never mind' is normally said when someone apologises for doing something (or at least looks apologetic or ashamed):
A 'I'm awfully sorry; my hand slipped and the vase ...' B 'Never mind; I didn't like it anyway.' (Apology)
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A 'I shouldn't have done that. I'm sorry.' B 'Never mind - just don't do it again.' (Shame)
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