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GrammarJLPT N1

out of the question

Expression

Definitions

1. out of the question

This grammatical expression is used to say that something is out of the question or that the situation does not allow for something. It implies that circumstances are so extreme or pressing that there is no room or time for the topic being mentioned.

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Never mind reflecting on it — just sleep," my friend said.

Sentence 2

She said, "I can barely keep up with my own life right now — romance is out of the question."

Sentence 3

A problem came up during new employee training, so holding the session is out of the question.

Sentence 4

With the new system down, normal operations are out of the question.

Sentence 5

The reserve funds are gone, so equipment upgrades are out of the question.