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Why “No Problem” Can Seem Rude: Phatic Expressions
Tom Scott
Tom Scott explains phatic expressions such as hello, thank you and how are you, which carry social meaning rather than information, and why replies like no problem can seem rude to some people.
HN uses it as the short, clear explainer when discussions about greetings and small talk come up.
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