English phrase from drama scenes
Professional Ways to Say "we can't do that in broad daylight"
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But Jack, we can't do that in broad daylight
This means the action is too risky or inappropriate to do where other people can see it.
From The Phoenix Conspiracy, Episode 18
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they cannot do something openly in public.
Usage Scenario
Use this when an act must be kept secret or private. It can sound like criminal or shady behavior depending on context.
Better ways to say it
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We can't do that in public.
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Not in broad daylight.
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We can't do that out in the open.
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