Now then

adverb

Used to get someone's attention or to start a new topic.

Now then, let's discuss the new project plans.
Visual representation of "now then" - Used to get someone's attention or to start a new topic

Often appears as...

  • now then
  • let's begin.
adverb

Used to calm or pacify someone.

Now then, there's no need for all that noise.
Visual representation of "now then" - Used to calm or pacify someone

Often appears as...

  • now then
  • calm down.
adverb

Used to show confusion or surprise.

Now then, I didn't expect to see you here.
Visual representation of "now then" - Used to show confusion or surprise

Often appears as...

  • now then
  • this is a surprise.
adverb

Used to get someone's attention or to start a new topic.

Now then, let's discuss the new project plans.
Visual representation of "now then" - Used to get someone's attention or to start a new topic

Often appears as...

  • now then
  • let's begin.
adverb

Used to calm or pacify someone.

Now then, there's no need for all that noise.
Visual representation of "now then" - Used to calm or pacify someone

Often appears as...

  • now then
  • calm down.
adverb

Used to show confusion or surprise.

Now then, I didn't expect to see you here.
Visual representation of "now then" - Used to show confusion or surprise

Often appears as...

  • now then
  • this is a surprise.
Definition 1 of 3
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Attention Grabber

Used as an interjection to catch attention before introducing subjects or giving instructions.

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Now then, please turn to page 42.
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Conversation Starter

Marks the beginning of a new topic of discussion, especially in meetings or presentations.

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Now then, the next agenda item is sales strategies.
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Transitioning Phrase

Used to smoothly transfer from one point to another in a conversation.

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Now then, moving on to your question about the budget...
LampPro Tip 1/3

Attention Grabber

Used as an interjection to catch attention before introducing subjects or giving instructions.

Illustration for Attention Grabber
Now then, please turn to page 42.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Conversation Starter

Marks the beginning of a new topic of discussion, especially in meetings or presentations.

Illustration for Conversation Starter
Now then, the next agenda item is sales strategies.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Transitioning Phrase

Used to smoothly transfer from one point to another in a conversation.

Illustration for Transitioning Phrase
Now then, moving on to your question about the budget...
LampPro Tip 1/3

Attention Grabber

Used as an interjection to catch attention before introducing subjects or giving instructions.

Illustration for Attention Grabber
Now then, please turn to page 42.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Conversation Starter

Marks the beginning of a new topic of discussion, especially in meetings or presentations.

Illustration for Conversation Starter
Now then, the next agenda item is sales strategies.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Transitioning Phrase

Used to smoothly transfer from one point to another in a conversation.

Illustration for Transitioning Phrase
Now then, moving on to your question about the budget...
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