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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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