English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "in what world would you dream that up" Mean?
Learn what "in what world would you dream that up" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Friends? In what world would you dream that up?
This is a sarcastic way to say an idea is so unlikely or ridiculous that it is hard to believe.
From The Escaping Mistress, Episode 1
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone dismisses an idea as unbelievable or absurd.
Usage Scenario
Use it in arguments or sarcastic reactions when challenging a wild claim. It sounds mocking and dismissive.
Better ways to say it
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In what world would you dream that up?
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What world would you dream that up in?
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How could you even dream that up?
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