hold that thought

hold that thought

An expression used to interrupt someone mid-speech and indicate that one's attention is being or about to be diverted. Sorry, Janet, hold that thought—I'm getting a call on the other line. I know you're upset, but hold that thought—I'm right in the middle of something for the boss. Hey, hold that thought, someone's knocking on the door.

See also: hold, that, thought

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