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next question next questionI refuse to comment on or have said all that needs to be said about the thing you asked, so move on to the next question. Almost always said as a complete sentence. A: "What do you have to say about these allegations of embezzlement that have been going around lately?" B: "Next question." A: "Sir, you can't dodge this question forever." A: "How are we going to deal with the revenue losses that result from the end of this trade deal?" B: "We'll make sure any such losses are as minimal as possible. Next question."See also: next, questionNext question.Inf. That is settled, let's move on to something else. (Usually a way of evading further discussion.) Mary: When can I expect this construction noise to stop? Bob: In about a month. Next question. Bill: When will the board of directors raise the dividend again? Mary: Oh, quite soon. Next question.See also: next, question |