what was that
The phrase "what was that" is commonly used in informal conversations to request repetition or express surprise.
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Definition
A2Informal Communication
(colloquial)A phrase used to ask someone to repeat what they just said because it was not heard or understood clearly.
Example
- Sorry, I didn't catch that. What was that?
- Can you say it again? What was that?
B1Reaction
(colloquial)An expression of surprise or confusion in response to an unexpected sound or event.
Example
- What was that noise?
- What was that? It sounded like a crash.
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