Sentences with word «edgeways»

That chatty and conversational single might seem like a barrel of laughs at first, but you might find it hard to get a word in edgeways as they proceed to talk about me, me, me.

When you meet this person for a date, you'll be lucky to get a word in edgeways as they're not in the least bit interested in finding out about you — they'll be talking non stop about the great new flat they've just bought, the expensive holiday they've just booked or the great job they've been headhunted for.

Health secretary Patricia Hewitt had trouble getting a word in edgeways yesterday when MPs debated the controversial ban on smoking in public places.

It's never easy to get a proper hearing for the third party; he's struggling to get a word in edgeways between Gordon Brown and David Cameron.

Develop ninja - like strategies and get your words in edgeways if necessary.

I didn't get a word in edgeways to explain that I'm a comp - educated son of two poorly - paid FE teachers, so hardly Bullingdon material, and not a party member, but it shows the strength of feeling among some.

In my opinion, being «free» to speak ought not to mean «free to buy every available advertising slot so nobody else can get a word in edgeways».

This is probably a good call: when he is on - screen, he monopolises the script, rattling off side - splitting, inappropriate jokes; none of the other characters can get a word in edgeways.

We became great friends in as much as one could be with Agnes — she lectured at me really, you couldn't get a word in edgeways!

«The children, for instance, would not let their mother or father put a word in edgeways, saying «Mum wants this» or «Dad wants that», or they jump in to answer your questions.

Or you may not be enjoying the conversation, but can't get a word in edgeways to make your exit!