well its not about us vs you were about to say that

The two phrases are not directly comparable as they serve different purposes. 'Well, it's not about us' is a statement indicating that the topic of discussion does not concern the speaker and the listener. On the other hand, 'You were about to say that?' is a question seeking confirmation or clarification about something the listener was about to express. They are used in different contexts and cannot be interchanged.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 668 views

well its not about us

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that the topic being discussed does not involve the speaker and the listener.

This phrase is used to redirect a conversation away from the speaker and listener, emphasizing that the current topic is not relevant to them.

Examples:

Well, it's not about us, so let's not get involved.
I know you're upset, but really, it's not about us.
Well, it's not about us, so let's focus on something else.
She kept talking about her problems, but it's not about us.
The argument between them is not about us, so let's stay out of it.

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May 19, 2014 ... ... others can see the light as well. Its not about US, its about what we (and others) can do to deliver something strongly needed to a community ...
Jan 12, 2012 ... But give this video a chance - the speaker articulates his idea very well. Its not about us vs them or defeating the 1%...its about creating a better ...
Nov 1, 2011 ... But give this video a chance - the speaker articulates his idea very well. Its not about us vs them or defeating the 1%...its about creating a better ...

you were about to say that

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to seek confirmation or clarification about something the listener was about to express.

This phrase is used to prompt the listener to continue or clarify what they were about to say, indicating interest in their thoughts or opinions.

Examples:

You were about to say that, weren't you?
I think I know what you were about to say.
You were about to say that, but you hesitated.
Were you about to mention something important?
You were about to say that, right?

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Jan 6, 2015 ... Hey, both AC and Halo(assuming you were about to say that xD) are amazing games, I have hope for the series. Read more Show less. Reply
The name of the Hunnic leader, Attila, is a byword for savagery and cruelty throughout the west — and if you were about to say that in Hungary Attila is ...
“If you were about to say that you just wanted fun and no labels, I'd want to continue. But I think you want more.” “Really, it's not you, I'm just going through a ...
'You were about to say that in your day? . . . What was it like in your day?' His enjoyment was obvious. 'Do tell, darling. It's always fascinating to learn about times ...

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