Don’t ask Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Hints The phrase often implies something humorous or awkward happened, not just complex. I got locked out in my pajamas—don't ask! Pro Tip 2/3Conversation Ender It's a polite way to close a topic you don't wish to discuss further. Let's just say the dinner went badly, don't ask. Pro Tip 3/3Emphasize Messiness Use it to stress the complexity or the messy nature of the situation. The project had so many issues, don't ask.