English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "we have to put a pin in this" Mean?
Learn what "we have to put a pin in this" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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We have to put a pin in this.
It means to stop discussing something for now and come back to it later.
From The Billionaire’S Vow, Episode 48
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker wants to pause the discussion and deal with it later.
Usage Scenario
Use this in meetings or tense conversations when you need to delay a decision. It sounds natural and polite, though a little vague in serious conflict.
Better ways to say it
1
We have to put a pin in this.
2
Let’s put a pin in it for now.
3
Can we put this on hold for now?
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