W: Sorry. Normally I'd say yes, but I'm going to use it myself. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: Do you think I could borrow your dictionary this weekend? I don't know some words in the paper.

W: Must you? It's still early. M: I'm afraid I really must. I have to meet a midnight plane. W: In that case, we can't keep you. M: Well, thank you very much for a pleasant evening. W: Thank you for coming. You must come again. M: Thank you. I will. Good-bye. W: Good-bye. I wish you a very good journey home. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: I'm afraid I must be going now.

M: But mum, I'm washing my hair. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer:
W: Please answer the telephone. I'm washing the dishes.