English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "but she was" Mean?
Learn what "but she was" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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But she was so scared to lose it that she asked me to wear it.
It explains the reason behind a request or action.
From Sisters Have Crush On The Same Man, Episode 4
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone explains that the woman asked them to wear the ring because she feared losing it.
Usage Scenario
Use this when clarifying why something happened or why someone asked you to do something. It is natural and neutral in everyday conversation.
Better ways to say it
1
She asked me to wear it.
2
She was afraid of losing it.
3
That's why she asked me to wear it.
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