you're welcome

Idioms  

1. 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

Once the current occupants move out, and you’re welcome to drive by in the meantime.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 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

“Grandma wants to know if you’ll stay for dinner, Brady. It’s just BLTs and corn because we’re going to the hospital after dinner to see Daddy. But you’re welcome to stay.”

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings