you're welcome

Idioms

Also, don't mention it. No thanks are needed, I was glad to do it. For example, Thanks for picking me up.—You're welcome, or I appreciate what you did for Mother.—Don't mention it. Both phrases are polite formulas for responding to thanks. The first dates from about 1900; the variant was first recorded in 1841. For synonyms, see forget it; no problem, def. 2. Also see welcome to.

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you're welcome

Oliver Tambo, the president of the African National Congress, tells Mr. Simon, “we love you. . . . You’re a brother and you have our respect and you’re welcome here.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026

"Timmy, you're welcome to use it too," they said.

From BBC ● Mar. 9, 2026

And if it helps, here’s a simple card template you’re welcome to borrow:

From Salon ● Jan. 27, 2026

Another adds: “If you do leave, you’re welcome to come back.”

From New York Times ● Apr. 22, 2024

“Of course you’re welcome to visit us anytime.”

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar

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