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English
Englishmind one's own business
Meaning: To not inquire about, become involved in, or interfere with other people's affairs.
Example: “I asked him to mind his own business about my finances.”
Origin: The expression mind your own business is a common response of annoyance at a prying or rude inquiry. It is a very direct, even rude, response, and is only used between people of equal social standing.
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