English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "what's going on" Mean?
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What's going on aren't you supposed to be at work?
The speaker is asking why the person is here instead of being at work.
From I Think My Wife Wants To Kill Me, Episode 16
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker reacts to something unexpected and questions why the person is not at work.
Usage Scenario
Use this when someone appears somewhere they should not be. It can sound suspicious or accusatory depending on tone.
Better ways to say it
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What’s going on? Aren’t you supposed to be at work?
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Aren’t you supposed to be at work?
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Shouldn’t you be at work?
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