English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "this one better be worth the time" Mean?
Learn what "this one better be worth the time" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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This one better be worth the time.
It means something should be valuable enough to justify the effort or time spent on it.
From The Black Thrones, Episode 5
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says the situation should be useful enough to justify their time.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to say an appointment, task, or meeting should be worthwhile. It can sound impatient or threatening if said sharply.
Better ways to say it
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This one better be worth the time.
2
It better be worth my time.
3
It had better be worth the time.
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