People say "shame" here all the time. It's used primarily in two ways. If I say, "I cut my toe at the pool." The response is: Aw, shame. That one makes sense. The other use is a little strange. For example, someone sees a cute baby in a store...and remarks, "Shame, look at the gorgeous baby."
100% is used a lot as well to let you know there is no doubt something will be done as promised. "Will you be able to come back later today to fix the washing machine?" Yes...100%...not a problem. However, in my experience, 100% is what they're striving for and less of a promise. Things don't happen here with 100% certainty at all.
Finally, there is "sorted." This one is used when making plans with friends, making reservations or anything that needs to be "figured out." For example, our travel agent..."I'll sort this out and get back to you. Trust that all is in order." Or...if I say...have we figured out the itinerary for Botswana...the reply is..."absolutely, it's all sorted."
I like sorted. I may have to use that.
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