Phrases Phrases for Handling Interruptions
I'm afraid I'm rather pressed for time.
C1Meaning
I'm very busy and don't have much time.
Examples
- John: 'Let's discuss the project in detail.'
- Alice: '<b>I'm afraid I'm rather pressed for time.</b> Could we schedule another meeting?'
- John: '<b>I'm afraid I'm rather pressed for time.</b> Let's aim for tomorrow.'
- Alice: 'We need to finalize the contract.'