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Colloquial Usage
Used in informal settings among friends or family, not in professional or formal situations.
Whenever we have a family dinner, my uncle starts on about his fishing adventures.
Potentially Annoying
Implies the speaker may be talking too much or in a way that could irritate the listener.
At the party, she started on about her diet, and everyone looked bored.
Subject Focused
Often introduces a specific subject that the speaker has a habit of discussing repeatedly.
Mike started on about his car repairs again, despite our disinterest.
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