English phrase from drama scenes
Professional Ways to Say "now shall we"
Learn the tone, meaning, and better English alternatives around "now shall we" with real scene examples.
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Neutral
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Confront
Now, shall we dispense with the
It means to stop pretending and talk about the real issue.
From The Crown, Episode 7
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone tries to end the small talk and move straight to the real topic.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to be direct and focus on the main point. It can sound sharp or formal.
Better ways to say it
1
Now, shall we dispense with the charades and get down to business?
2
Let's get down to business.
3
Can we skip the charades?
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