Rentrer dans le vif du sujet
Example: Lors de la réunion, nous sommes enfin rentrés dans le vif du sujet.
Definition
"Rentrer dans le vif du sujet" means to get directly to the heart of the matter or to start discussing the most important or central point of a topic without further delay. It is often used when someone wants to focus on the key issue immediately.
Etymology
The phrase "Rentrer dans le vif du sujet" comes from French, where "rentrer" means to re-enter or go back in, "vif" means lively or sharp, and "sujet" means subject or topic. Literally, it translates as 'to enter into the living part of the subject,' metaphorically referring to addressing the most vital or essential part of a discussion. Did you know? This expression vividly captures the idea of penetrating straight to the core of a matter.
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To get to the heart of the matter