
There, there!
Emotional Comfort
Use 'there, there!' to offer emotional support when someone is upset or distressed.
There, there! It's just a bad day, not a bad life.
Patronizing Tone
Be cautious, as 'there, there!' can sound patronizing if the situation is serious.
He tried to comfort her with a 'there, there!' but it sounded insincere.
Informal Use
The phrase is informal, suitable for casual conversations with friends or family, not formal settings.
There, there! Let's go grab ice cream and forget this mess.
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