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That's not part of the story

🇬🇧 UK //ðæts nɒt pɑːt əv ðə ˈstɔːri// 🇺🇸 US //ðæts nɑːt pɑrt ʌv ðə ˈstɔri//

Meaning of That's not part of the story

This information is irrelevant or unrelated to the story.

In simple words: This information doesn't belong in the story.

That's not part of the story in a sentence

• In discussing the novel, he said, 'That's not part of the story.'
• When she mentioned the author's childhood, he replied, 'That's not part of the story.'
• During the presentation, someone shouted, 'Wait, that's not part of the story!'

How to use That's not part of the story

Use this phrase when indicating irrelevant information. It's suitable for casual discussions or critiques but may seem dismissive in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a storyteller saying, 'That’s a side note, not the main tale!'

Related words

Collocations with That's not part of the story

• exclude information
• narrative focus
• off-topic comments

Synonyms for That's not part of the story

• that's irrelevant
• that's not related
• that's extraneous
• that's off-topic

Opposites of That's not part of the story

• That's central to the story
• That's the main point
• That's the core of the story
• That's included in the story

Common mistakes with That's not part of the story

• Used in formal discussions where a softer approach might be better.
• Confused with 'that's not in the story' which can imply more direct accusation.
• Overused in conversations, making the speaker sound dismissive.

Frequently asked questions about That's not part of the story

What does That's not part of the story mean?

This information doesn't belong in the story.

What is the definition of That's not part of the story?

This information is irrelevant or unrelated to the story.

How do you use That's not part of the story in a sentence?

In discussing the novel, he said, 'That's not part of the story.'

Can you give another example of That's not part of the story?

When she mentioned the author's childhood, he replied, 'That's not part of the story.'

What are synonyms for That's not part of the story?

Common alternatives include that's irrelevant, that's not related, that's extraneous, that's off-topic.

What is the opposite of That's not part of the story?

Opposite meanings include That's central to the story, That's the main point, That's the core of the story, That's included in the story.

What words go with That's not part of the story?

It commonly pairs with exclude information, narrative focus, off-topic comments.

What are common mistakes when using That's not part of the story?

Used in formal discussions where a softer approach might be better. Confused with 'that's not in the story' which can imply more direct accusation. Overused in conversations, making the speaker sound dismissive.

How do you pronounce That's not part of the story?

US: //ðæts nɑːt pɑrt ʌv ðə ˈstɔri//, UK: //ðæts nɒt pɑːt əv ðə ˈstɔːri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use That's not part of the story?

Use this phrase when indicating irrelevant information. It's suitable for casual discussions or critiques but may seem dismissive in formal contexts.