Have you asked someone to get something for you from the store(excluding food or similar day to day items)?

Have you asked someone to get something for you from the store(excluding food or similar day to day items)?
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All the time. It’s a common courtesy to ask others if they “need anything from the store?” Before going. Results vary, depending on the person going to the store.
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