Get a word in edgewise Meaning in English
expression
释义
To be able to say something in a conversation where other people are talking a lot or not letting you speak. It means finding an opportunity to speak when the conversation is dominated by others.
用法与细微差别
Commonly used in informal English, often with 'couldn’t' or 'can’t' ('I couldn't get a word in edgewise'). Implies someone dominates the conversation. 'Edgewise' can also be spelled 'edgeways'; both are correct. Rarely used literally, always figurative.
例句
It was so noisy that I could barely get a word in edgewise.
basic
Julie talks so much that no one else can get a word in edgewise.
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Sometimes it's hard to get a word in edgewise at family dinners.
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I tried to get a word in edgewise, but everyone was too excited to listen.
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When my friends start arguing, it's impossible to get a word in edgewise.
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You have to speak up if you want to get a word in edgewise with him.
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