English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "he's not picking up his phone" Mean?
Learn what "he's not picking up his phone" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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He's not picking up his phone.
This means the person is not taking calls or is ignoring the phone.
From Do Not Deceive Me, Episode 12
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone notes that another person is not answering the phone.
Usage Scenario
Use this to report that someone is unavailable by phone. It is a normal everyday phrase and can sound concerned depending on context.
Better ways to say it
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He's not picking up his phone.
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He isn't answering his phone.
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He's not answering the phone.
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