English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "no we aren't getting anywhere with this" Mean?
Learn what "no we aren't getting anywhere with this" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
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End Argument
No, we aren't getting anywhere with this.
It means the conversation is not producing any solution or progress.
From Killer Romance, Episode 18
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is ending a discussion because it is not making progress.
Usage Scenario
Use this in an argument or frustrating discussion when you want to stop and move on. It is natural and common, but it can sound dismissive.
Better ways to say it
1
We aren't getting anywhere with this.
2
This is getting us nowhere.
3
We're not making any progress.
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