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There, there!

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Emotional Comfort

Use 'there, there!' to offer emotional support when someone is upset or distressed.

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There, there! It's just a bad day, not a bad life.
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Patronizing Tone

Be cautious, as 'there, there!' can sound patronizing if the situation is serious.

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He tried to comfort her with a 'there, there!' but it sounded insincere.
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Informal Use

The phrase is informal, suitable for casual conversations with friends or family, not formal settings.

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There, there! Let's go grab ice cream and forget this mess.
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