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US Phrases That Annoy Brits

"Happy Holidays", and "Have a nice day," irksome Americanisms

By Victoria Floethe,  Newser User

Posted Dec 27, 2008 6:50 PM CST

(Newser) – Toby Harnden must live among Yanks in his job as a correspondent for the UK's Telegraph, and sometimes American phrases drive him nuts. Here are his worst offenders:

  • Happy holidays (just say Christmas, please)
  • Have a nice day (make it stop)
  • You're welcome (this one's
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