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what is the origin of “you don’t have to go home but you can’t stay here”?

what is the origin of “you don’t have to go home but you can’t stay here”?

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  1. The term “you don’t have to go home but you can’t stay here” was coined in the U.S. in the late 20th century. It was allegedly used as a sign on the doors of businesses and other places of employment, indicating that they were open for business at reduced hours after the usual closing time, but that anyone who stayed past those hours would be asked to leave.

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