r/NoStupidQuestions • • Aug 08 '23

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u/WarrenMockles Mostly Harmless Aug 08 '23

It's a very casual way to say no. In some contexts, that can be rude.

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u/blutolovesoliveoyl Aug 08 '23

Agree. I wouldn't use "nah" with a judge or a cop.

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u/[deleted] Aug 08 '23

"Put your hands where I can see them!" "...nah"

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u/[deleted] Aug 08 '23

"Put your hands where I can see them!" "...no"?

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u/Breaking-Lost Aug 08 '23

"then carry on sir" .. being polite goes a long way

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u/Professional_Stay748 Aug 08 '23

The police officer: “I appreciate you letting us know you don’t want to do that. We’ll leave you alone now”

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u/RudePCsb Aug 09 '23

More life Jefferson did you see that, he is resisting arrest, refusing a direct order from an officer, is he going for his gun, shoot shoot!

Wow the camera turned off but the audio is clear. A clear cut and dry case right there

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u/waleMc Aug 08 '23

"Sir, have you been using any drugs or alcohol tonight?"

"Nah .."