English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i have more pressing things to deal with" Mean?
Learn what "i have more pressing things to deal with" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I have more pressing things to deal with.
It means I have more important or urgent matters to handle right now.
From The Pendleton Secrete, Episode 26
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is dismissing the issue because they have more urgent priorities.
Usage Scenario
Use this to explain that you cannot focus on the current issue because something else matters more. It can sound dismissive if used with a person.
Better ways to say it
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I have more pressing things to deal with.
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I've got more urgent things to handle.
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I have bigger priorities right now.
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