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stay out of my business
/steɪ aʊt əv maɪ ˈbɪznəs/
mind your own affairs
Stop asking me about my personal life—stay out of my business!
This phrase is used to tell someone to stop interfering in your personal matters.
informal
A direct request for someone to stop interfering in your personal affairs or private matters.
I don’t appreciate you commenting on my relationship—stay out of my business!
This is a strong way to tell someone to stop giving unsolicited advice or opinions about your personal life.
My boss keeps asking about my weekend plans. I wish he would stay out of my business.
This phrase can also be used in professional settings when someone is overly involved in your personal life.
This phrase is often used when someone is being nosy or intrusive. It can be seen as rude or confrontational, so use it carefully.
Collocations
stay out of my affairsa slightly more formal alternativemind your own businessa similar phrase with the same meaning
Antonyms
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Use with caution
This phrase can be seen as confrontational, so use it only when necessary.
Gold Rule
Respect boundaries
If someone tells you to 'stay out of my business,' respect their request and stop asking personal questions.
Word Origin
The phrase combines the verb 'stay' with the prepositional phrase 'out of my business,' emphasizing a request for privacy.
Usage Notes
This phrase is informal and can be perceived as rude. It is best used when someone is being overly intrusive or nosy.
Word Breakdown
stay
to remain in a particular place or state
verbout of
not included in or part of
prepositional phrasemy business
personal affairs or private matters
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