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Re:The Linguistic Evolution of ‘Like’ by spoonie on Monday November 28, 2016 @01:56PM (#13057532)
IME when we reply 'Yeah, no...', the first part isn't an affirmation, it's an acknowledgement that you have heard and understood the question.

Think of it as an informal but intimate way of speaking. If you just answered "No." it could come off a little bit cold or professional. By taking the time to use a few extra words you are showing more warmth to the asker.

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Re:The Linguistic Evolution of ‘Like’ by marcus_holmes on Monday November 28, 2016 @07:11PM (#13059569)
this feels right to me.

"yes I have heard you, but I disagree with your point"

Something like: "did you try it this way?" "yeah, no that didn't work"

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