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Use of "ditto" #1 (permalink) Wed Sep 28, 2011 7:10 am   Use of "ditto"
 

Hi,

Is it common practice among native speakers to respond to, for example, "have a nice day" with this word: "ditto"?

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Use of "ditto" #2 (permalink) Wed Sep 28, 2011 7:16 am   Use of "ditto"
 

Oh, it used to be, at least – I haven't heard it in years. But it is for quite casual situations. It shows a certain lack of respect otherwise.
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Use of "ditto" #3 (permalink) Wed Sep 28, 2011 7:35 am   Use of "ditto"
 

Interesting,
Thanks for laying this out for me!
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