Seviro
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| 13 Sep 2015 10:14 PM |
(don't ban me roblox, bastardization is a legitimate word)
The evolution of "No, thank you," to "No, thanks," to "No thanks."
the original purpose of "No, thank you," was to refuse an offer, but still thank them for the thought.
"No, thanks," became a shortened version of this as rapid speech evolved in the US, which eventually led to people skipping the pause (comma) and just saying "No thanks."
that's basically the opposite of what you're intending to say - you are giving no thanks? it makes no sense, and it defeats the purpose of the phrase.
so, please, just pause between "No" and "thanks" the next time you refuse someone's offer politely |
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R3PORT
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| 13 Sep 2015 10:15 PM |
| Thank you for opening my eyes... |
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| 13 Sep 2015 10:15 PM |
| Or you could say Sorry, No thanks |
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NekoPunch
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Seviro
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| 13 Sep 2015 10:16 PM |
| I HAVE NO THANKS TO GIVE TODAY |
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MacoStan
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Ravenexx
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| 13 Sep 2015 10:17 PM |
| I dont think jesus will forgive me |
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Bellaz
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| 13 Sep 2015 10:33 PM |
| i didn't even know i had this pet peeve |
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