What does "No Problem" mean? I go to a store to shop and ask a clerk to help me find something and then say "Thank You." I get "No Problem" as a response. Of course it was no problem. The clerk is paid to be helpful.
This week I declined an invitation to speak. I was gracious and said thank you for inviting me. Grumpy old men can be gracious, it just hurts a little. The response I got - NO PROBLEM.
When I say thank you it is never my intention to apologize. I am expressing my gratitude for some act or deed. Yet, I keep getting this tired expression. Why can’t people simply say, "You’re welcome" anymore?
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If not, no problem.
PMO
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