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'That should be fine' instead of 'yes'

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Kendra43 · 16/11/2024 11:14

What is the difference in these two phrases to you?

Lately my partner has been agreeing to do things with the phrase 'that should be fine'. Recently he lets me down after saying this.

It has happened again where we agreed to a plan last week for tomorrow. This morning I clarified if he's still good for tomorrow and he says 'that should be fine'.

Because this is what he says every time he does let me down I'm annoyed. I feel that by not saying 'yes' he is not fully committing to our plans on some level to himself.

AIBU to say this is a phrase non committal people use? Or does it mean the same as 'yes' to you?

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JustinThyme · 16/11/2024 11:16

It means “that’s something that I think will be ok but there’s an element of doubt so I cannot commit for certain.”

Firawla · 16/11/2024 11:15

It’s not a full yes it leaves room for a margin of doubt, especially if he is using it then backing out then wouldn’t take it as a yes. It’s defo not a committed yes