Stick your oar in Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To get involved in a conversation, situation, or someone else’s business when your opinion or help was not asked for; to interfere.
Usage & Nuances
British informal phrase, usually a light or mildly critical way to say someone is involving themselves where they shouldn't. Similar to 'butt in' or 'interfere', but more often used about conversation. Commonly used to ask someone not to get involved: 'Don't stick your oar in!'.
Example Sentences
Please don't stick your oar in, this is between me and Sarah.
basic
He always tries to stick his oar in when we're talking.
basic
Try not to stick your oar in during their argument.
basic
"I was about to stick my oar in, but then I thought better of it."
natural
"She loves to stick her oar in—even when it's none of her business."
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"Sorry to stick my oar in, but have you checked your email yet?"
natural