What’s with somebody?

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Emotional State

Implies concern or curiosity about someone's mood or behavior.

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What's with Sara? She's been sighing all morning.

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Not Literal

Doesn't always expect a serious answer, can be rhetorical to show surprise or confusion.

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What's with the suit? Are you meeting the president or something?

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Informal Context

Most appropriate in casual or informal situations, not for formal contexts.

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What's with the quietness, guys? We just scored a goal!

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