quit yapping
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A blunt, informal command to make someone stop talking excessively, often used humorously to urge them to get to the point.
Examples
He told the kids to quit yapping during the movie.
When the meeting dragged on, the manager shouted, quit yapping, and get to the point.
The teacher warned the class, quit yapping, or you'll lose points.
I wish you'd quit yapping about the weather and focus on the project.
Could you quit yapping and let me finish?
Similar words
stop talking
shut up
button your lip
cut the chatter
keep it down
pipe down
zip it
be quiet
Meanings
Examples
Could you quit yapping and let me finish?
He told the kids to quit yapping during the movie.
She rolled her eyes and said, quit yapping, we’ve heard enough.
When the meeting dragged on, the manager shouted, quit yapping, and get to the point.
I wish you'd quit yapping about the weather and focus on the project.
The teacher warned the class, quit yapping, or you'll lose points.
After his endless jokes, I finally said, quit yapping, it's getting annoying.
Similar words
stop talking
shut up
pipe down
be quiet
keep it down
zip it
button your lip
cut the chatter
Etymology
From quit ‘stop’ + yapping, a slang term for noisy talking that mimics the bark of a small dog.
FAQ
What does "quit yapping" mean?
It is a blunt, informal way to tell someone to stop talking excessively.
Is "quit yapping" formal or informal?
It is informal and best used in casual or playful situations.
Can I use "quit yapping" in polite conversation?
It can sound rude in polite or formal contexts, so it’s better to avoid it there.
How is "quit yapping" different from "stop talking"?
"Quit yapping" adds a blunt, humorous tone, while "stop talking" is more neutral.
Where does the word "yapping" come from?
"Yapping" originates from the sound a small dog makes, later applied to noisy, endless talk.
Can "quit yapping" be used in the past tense?
The phrase itself is an imperative; you would say "quit yapping" or "quit yapping then" but not a past‑tense form.
What are some alternatives to "quit yapping"?
You can say "stop talking", "shut up", "pipe down", or "button your lip".
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