Phrases Phrases for Handling Interruptions

I'm slightly tied up at the moment.

B2

Meaning

Indicates being busy but not extremely pressed for time.

Example sentences

John: 'Can we discuss this now?'<br>

Alice: 'I'm slightly tied up at the moment. Could we reschedule for later?'

John: 'I'm slightly tied up at the moment. Let's reconvene in an hour.'

Alice: 'What are the next steps?'<br>