English phrase from drama scenes
Professional Ways to Say "guess this is"
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English Phrases for Work
she didn't want me on the board.
This means the speaker has figured out a possible reason for someone else's behavior.
From On One Condition, Episode 33
When do people say this?
Scene Context
He realizes this may explain why she did not want him on the board.
Usage Scenario
Use it when connecting a fact to a likely motive or explanation. It works in work or relationship contexts, but the full line is somewhat specific.
Better ways to say it
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Guess this is the reason she didn't want me on the board.
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That's why she didn't want me on the board.
3
Maybe that's the reason she kept me off the board.
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