Joking apart

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Used to introduce a serious comment or topic after something humorous or not serious has been said.

Joking apart, we need to focus on the task at hand.
Visual representation of "joking apart" - Used to introduce a serious comment or topic after something humorous or not serious has been said

Often appears as...

  • joking apart
  • seriously
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Context Clue

Use after a joke to transition to a serious discussion, indicating the humor is over.

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Joking apart, what's your actual plan for college?
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Tone Shift

Signals a change in tone from light-hearted to sincere, so listeners adjust expectations.

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We had a good laugh, but joking apart, this issue needs our immediate attention.
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Attention Grabber

Captures attention by marking what's coming as important. Pay closer heed after hearing it.

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Joking apart, your performance today was truly impressive.
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