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You’re going about your day when someone asks you "How's it going?" A simple question, right? Then why can it feel so tricky to answer? Don't worry—we’ve compiled a list of the best ways to respond to “How’s it going?” from a loved one, friend, stranger, or dating app match. Whether you're looking for a polite, creative, flirty, or funny response, we've got you covered.

Things You Should Know

  • Keep your reply short and simple if you don’t know the person well or don’t want to chat.
  • Ask them how their day is going to flip the topic of conversation back to them if you’re not sure what to say.
  • Give your response a bit of flair by putting a positive twist on a sucky situation or bringing up a current event.
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“no... NO... YOURE ONE OF THEM!!!”

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  1. You're on the run from the government and this person just said the code word signalling they indeed work from the government. This is the 7th time you've been on the run and Antarctica is the last continent free of the government goons. Have fun :]
    • “jump into a bush”
    • “leave your family for Antarctica  and repeatedly tell them that someone's coming!”
    • “I feel blessed!!”
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“I’m great, thanks! How are classes going?”

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“How was the party last night?”

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  1. There’s never an obligation to talk about your personal life, especially when it comes to people you don’t really know. If you’d rather not talk about how you’re doing, try flipping the question back to them. The more specific you are, the longer the conversation can stay on them.
    • “Tell me about your date!”
    • “How did the meeting go? Are they giving us more hours?”
    • “Did you make that casserole again last night? I’ve wanted to try it since you first brought it for lunch.”
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    Is "With what?" a good response?
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    It’s OK, but if you know what they are talking about, not the best one.
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    How to start a conversation with my boyfriend?
    Top Answerer
    “Hello” is a pretty casual opening, but you can also say something like “I can’t believe how much it rained yesterday.”
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    Can I reply "How about by your side"?
    ItzTheEvEv
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    Yes, but there’s a chance they won’t understand. You might want to say something they’ll understand instead.
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