English phrase from drama scenes
Professional Ways to Say "need an extra"
Learn the tone, meaning, and better English alternatives around "need an extra" with real scene examples.
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We need an extra 30 minutes to initiate the problem.
It means the speaker is requesting a delay before beginning or completing something.
From The Phoenix Conspiracy, Episode 48
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone asks for more time before starting something important.
Usage Scenario
Use this in work or planning situations to ask for more time. The original wording is awkward, so learners should use a simpler version.
Better ways to say it
1
We need 30 more minutes.
2
Can we have an extra 30 minutes?
3
We need more time.
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