English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "you have more pressing matters to attend to" Mean?
Learn what "you have more pressing matters to attend to" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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you have more pressing matters to attend to.
This means the other person should focus on something more urgent or important first.
From The Billionaire’S Vow, Episode 48
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is telling another person they have more important things to deal with.
Usage Scenario
Use it when redirecting attention to a priority. It can sound dismissive if used to shut someone down.
Better ways to say it
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You have more pressing matters to attend to.
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You have more important things to do.
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You have bigger problems to deal with.
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