English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "think about what you're doing" Mean?

Learn what "think about what you're doing" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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No please, think about what you're

This means the speaker is telling someone to consider the consequences of their actions.

From The Crown, Episode 51

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker is urging someone to stop and think before acting.

Usage Scenario

Use it in an argument or serious warning when someone is acting badly or recklessly. It can sound stern but is very common.

Better ways to say it

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Think about what you're doing.
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Think before you act.
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What are you doing?

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