kidding aside



kidding aside

Denoting a serious or sincere comment or reflection during an otherwise facetious or jocular conversation. I know we all like to poke fun at Dad's forgetfulness, but kidding aside, I think his memory is really starting to deteriorate. All kidding aside, I really need to focus on finishing this report before tomorrow.
See also: aside, kid

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Tanner['tænə]
RyderRIE-dərEnglish (Modern)
Livie-French, Czech
Muirenn-Irish, Irish Mythology
GÜLten-Turkish
Mcelroy['mæklrɔi]