English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "now this next" Mean?
Learn what "now this next" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Okay, now this next part is a very, very hypothetical question, okay?
This means the speaker is about to ask about a pretend or imagined situation.
From I'M Obsessed With My Boss Part Ii, Episode 19
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone introduces a question as hypothetical before asking it.
Usage Scenario
Use it before asking about an imaginary situation, often in work, interviews, or serious discussions. It sounds formal and slightly indirect.
Better ways to say it
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This is a hypothetical question.
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Can I ask a hypothetical question?
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Just hypothetically...
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