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| “Can I get” vs. “May I have” | August 26, 2004 |
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“Can I get” vs. “May I have”
OK, I think the concensus is 'can I get' is not ideal, but said in the right manner and with a 'please' is marginally acceptable.
And I was in Australia. Does that make a difference :)