Say when.

Say when.
Say when.
Inf. Tell me when I have given you enough of something, usually a liquid. (Sometimes answered simply with

When

.) •

Tom (pouring milk into Fred's glass): Say when, Fred. Fred: When.

John: Do you want some more juice? Mary: Yes. John: Okay. Say when.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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