English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "now come on you can't keep her waiting" Mean?

Learn what "now come on you can't keep her waiting" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
Firm
Encourage

Now come on. you can't keep her waiting.

It means the speaker is pushing someone to act quickly because they are late or being expected.

From An Affair With My Boss, Episode 3

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker urges someone to hurry because another person is waiting.

Usage Scenario

Use this when you want someone to hurry up politely but firmly. It can sound pressuring if said too sharply.

Better ways to say it

1
Come on, you can't keep her waiting.
2
You can't keep her waiting.
3
Don't keep her waiting.

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