What Does "what could be holding her up" Mean?
Learn what "what could be holding her up" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
What could be holding her up?
It means the speaker is asking what might be delaying her or causing her to be late.
From Undercovered Heart, Episode 32
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is wondering what might be delaying her arrival.
Usage Scenario
Use this when someone is late and you want to sound curious or mildly concerned. It is common in conversation, but can sound impatient if said with a sharp tone.
Better ways to say it
What could be holding her up?
What’s keeping her?
Why is she taking so long?
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