English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "hate the idea" Mean?
Learn what "hate the idea" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I hate the idea of spending the rest of my life with some strange woman I don't even know.
It means the speaker strongly rejects the idea of marrying someone they do not know.
From Cleopatra, Episode 6
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone expresses strong dislike for the idea of spending life with a stranger.
Usage Scenario
Use this to express fear or resistance about an unwanted marriage or relationship arrangement. The full line is too long and specific for a standalone phrase page.
Better ways to say it
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I hate the idea of spending the rest of my life with a stranger.
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I don’t want to spend my life with someone I don’t know.
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I can’t imagine marrying someone I don’t know.
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