English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "that's why i'm working around her" Mean?

Learn what "that's why i'm working around her" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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Set Boundary

That's why I'm working around her.

It means the speaker is avoiding direct contact or dealing with someone indirectly.

From Love’s Perfect Crime, Episode 23

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker is saying they avoid one person or work around them.

Usage Scenario

Use this when you want to avoid conflict or interaction with someone. It may sound awkward if you literally say 'working around her' without context.

Better ways to say it

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I'm working around her.
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That's why I'm working around her.
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I'm avoiding her.

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