harp on - Definition & Meaning | Lingo Dictionary

harp on

to repeatedly talk or complain about something, often in an annoying or boring mannerto repeatedly talk or complain about something, often in an annoying or boring manner

Examples

He always harps on about the importance of punctuality.
She always harps on about her diet, making our dinners together quite boring.
Please don't harp on that issue; we've heard your concerns.

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harp on

Third Person

harps on

Present Participle

harping on

Past Tense

harped on

Past Participle

harped on

1

to repeatedly talk or complain about something, often in an annoying or boring manner

He always harps on about the importance of punctuality.
She always harps on about her diet, making our dinners together quite boring.
Please don't harp on that issue; we've heard your concerns.
The boss harped on the need for improved productivity in the meeting.
He harps on the same stories from his travels, and it's become quite annoying.