not at all

idiom · idiom

3 meanings of not at all

1
in no wayidiomemphatic
Not even a little, or not in any way.
The soup was not at all spicy, so the kids loved it.
She was not at all afraid of the big dog.
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2
reply to thanksidiom
A polite thing to say when someone thanks you.
"Thank you for the help!" "Not at all."
"Thanks for lending me your pen." "Not at all, keep it."
3
no troubleidiom
A kind reply when someone says sorry or is worried, meaning do not worry.
"Sorry I stepped on your foot!" "Not at all."
"Am I taking too much of your time?" "Not at all."

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