[General] "thanks but no thanks" means?

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Hi Guys,

I'd like to know the meaning of "thanks but no thanks" and how to properly use it? Please advise.

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Thank you for offering but I decline.

  • Thanks: Thank for offering to do that.
  • but: but
  • no thanks: I don't want that.

I don't think it is a good phrase to use in conversation, unless you are really confident. It can sound glib or even rude.
 
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