English phrase from drama scenes
Ways to Say "we can't be doing this" in English
Learn useful ways to say "we can't be doing this" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.
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We shouldn't do this. We can't be doing this.
It means the speaker wants the behavior or situation to end.
From The Perfect Husband, Episode 26
When do people say this?
Scene Context
He is saying they need to stop whatever they are doing.
Usage Scenario
Use it when you want to shut down a relationship or conflict behavior. It is short and natural, but often depends heavily on context.
Better ways to say it
1
We can't keep doing this.
2
This can't continue.
3
We need to stop this.
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