English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "because i knew" Mean?
Learn what "because i knew" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Advanced
Neutral
Firm
Express Doubt
that I got rejected.
It means the speaker believed the other person would cause them to be turned down or excluded.
From The Perfect Husband, Episode 5
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is saying they expected another person to block or reject them.
Usage Scenario
Use this when talking about distrust or feeling sabotaged. It sounds bitter and context-heavy, so it is not a simple everyday phrase.
Better ways to say it
1
I knew you'd get me rejected.
2
I thought you'd make sure I got rejected.
3
I expected you to reject me.
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