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that's beside the point

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phrase

B2informal
  • ruИдиоматическое выражение, указывающее на то, что замечание или факт не имеют отношения к обсуждаемому вопросу.

An idiomatic expression indicating that a remark or fact is irrelevant to the current argument or matter.

  1. Irrelevant to the issueB2informal

    The phrase 'that's beside the point' is used to state that something, though possibly true or important in another context, is not relevant to the immediate subject or argument.

    ruНе по существу

    • Yes, I made a mistake, but that's beside the point; the system is flawed overall.
    • I know you're tired, but that's beside the point — we still need to finish the report.
    • His age is beside the point; he has the right experience for the job.
    • You may not like her, but that's beside the point when discussing her professional skills.