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.

Example Sentences

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"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

From there you’re welcome to poke about the selection of ready-to-wear pieces while in the back is the shoe space which includes a Jennifer Steinkamp video installation of a digital garden filled with blooming flowers.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2025

If the client asks why you’re leaving your agency, you’re welcome to offer a diplomatic answer — or you can tell the truth.

From New York Times • Apr. 28, 2024

I try to make my mouth move to say you’re welcome, but it stays shut, so I give a little smile.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau

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