Phrases Phrases for Handling Interruptions

Could you wait a moment?

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Meaning

Would you please wait a short time?

Examples

  • John: 'Where is the report?'<br>
  • Alice: '<b>Could you wait a moment?</b> I'm printing it now.'
  • John: '<b>Could you wait a moment?</b> I need to finish this task.'
  • Alice: 'Can we discuss this later?'<br>