
Put/stick your oar in
Social Signaling
Using this phrase hints that you find someone's interference annoying or inappropriate.
There he goes, sticking his oar in again—it's really grating on my nerves.
Conversation Tone
Implies a casual setting since it's colloquial; not suitable for formal discussions.
In our team meeting, you shouldn't put your oar in when the managers are strategizing.
Negative Connotation
The phrase often conveys a negative judgment towards the interjector's actions.
She put her oar in with negative comments, unwelcome by everyone.
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