German phrase

Dabei geht es nicht darum.

Meaning

That's not what this is about

When to use it

The main issue is different. It shifts attention away from blame or minor details.

Example dialogue

Sollen wir den Fehler bei den anderen suchen?

Should we look for someone else to blame?

Dabei geht es nicht darum.

That's not what this is about.

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