English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "can't be a" Mean?
Learn what "can't be a" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Firm
Express Doubt
It can't be a coincidence
This means the speaker believes the events are too connected to be accidental.
From Killer Romance, Episode 38
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says the repeated deaths must be connected and not random.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to say something seems deliberately arranged rather than random. It is common in mystery and crime dialogue.
Better ways to say it
1
It can't be a coincidence.
2
There's no way that's a coincidence.
3
That can't just be random.
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