not-my-place

Chunk: not-my-place

Formulaic Unit

Meaning: A polite but firm phrase used to state that one does not have the necessary authority, permission, or appropriate social standing to interfere in a situation, offer advice, or pass judgment.

💬 Contextual Examples

I think they are making a mistake, but it's not my place to interfere.
It is not my place to tell the CEO how to run his company.

🎴 Interactive Web Practice (Click to Reveal)

Practice 1: I wanted to correct his error, but I realized it was ______ my place to do so.

Answer: not

Practice 2: It isn't my ______ to ask her about her financial problems.

Answer: place

🔗 Knowledge Base Connections

🔑 Parent Keyword: place