English phrase from drama scenes
Polite Ways to Say "appreciate that but"
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appreciate that but I don't recall the time that we ever became friends.
The speaker is distancing themselves and implying the relationship is not actually friendly.
From Twisted Fates, Episode 26
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is politely rejecting a claim of friendship while keeping a respectful tone.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to draw a line without using direct insults. It can still sound cold or dismissive.
Better ways to say it
1
I don't recall us ever becoming friends.
2
I don't think we ever became friends.
3
I appreciate that, but we're not friends.
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