Collocation
Never mind.
Used to tell someone not to worry about something, or that what they said or were going to say is no longer important; don't bother.
Definition
'Never mind.' is a common English collocation. Used to tell someone not to worry about something, or that what they said or were going to say is no longer important; don't bother.
fixed phrase
“Oh, never mind, I've found my keys.”
Examples
- I was going to ask you a question, but never mind, I remembered the answer.
- Don't worry about spilling the drink; never mind, I can clean it up.
- I thought I lost my wallet, but never mind, it was in my other pocket all along.
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- You don't need to help me with this; never mind, I can manage on my own.
- He apologized for being late, but she told him, 'Oh, never mind, it happens to everyone.'
- I tried to explain the complex theory, but it's quite complicated. Never mind.
- I can't believe I forgot to bring the map! Never mind, we can use the GPS on my phone.
- They offered to reschedule the appointment, but I said, 'Never mind, I'll just catch the next available slot.'
- Don't trouble yourself trying to fix the old bicycle; never mind, I'll just buy a new one.
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