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Can I use "never mind" in response to an apology?
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"I'm sorry I lost that wallet you gave me." "Never mind, I can easily buy you another one."
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/never-mind
In the quoted example, "never mind" is used in response to an apology, isn't it?
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It's OK.
Don't worry.
(It's) no biggie.
No worries.
Those all mean (depending on context) that it's a small matter and you shouldn't worry about it.
Don't worry.
(It's) no biggie.
No worries.
Those all mean (depending on context) that it's a small matter and you shouldn't worry about it.
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never mind
Used to tell someone not to be concerned or worried.
https://www.thefreedictionary.com/Never+mind
According to the dictionary, 'never mind' could mean 'don't worry about it', couldn't it?
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