Belabour the point

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Negative Tone

Using 'belabour the point' may imply irritation or frustration with prolonged discussion. Slide

Let's move on; there's no need to belabour the point further.

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Cautious Reminder

It often serves as a polite cue to suggest that a topic has been discussed enough. Slide

I hear your concerns, but let's not belabour the point.

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Wrap-Up Signal

It's a phrase used to signal the end of a discussion or to move on to a new subject. Slide

We've covered the main issues, so I won't belabour the point.