What’s with something?

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phrase

It is used to ask why something is happening or why a situation is as it is.

What's with all the noise outside?
Visual representation of "what’s with something?" - It is used to ask why something is happening or why a situation is as it is.

Often appears as...

  • what's with all the
  • what's with the

Usage tips

Colloquial

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Inquiring Context

Use when you notice something unusual and seek an explanation.

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What's with the police cars out front?
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Cautionary Nuance

It can suggest a mild warning that something is not quite right.

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What's with the silence in here?
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Express Curiosity

It's a way to express curiosity without seeming too intrusive.

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What's with all the decorations?
Visual representation of the word "What’s with something?"

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