English phrase from drama scenes
Ways to Say "he hoped for" in English
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Well, you see, he hoped for them to
He wants people to be kinder and less self-important.
From The Black Thrones, Episode 7
When do people say this?
Scene Context
He is criticizing other people’s attitude and saying they should be more understanding and less fake.
Usage Scenario
Use this when criticizing someone’s attitude in a fairly formal or literary way. It can sound judgmental or snobbish if used directly with a person.
Better ways to say it
1
be a little more empathetic and less pretentious
2
show a little more empathy and less attitude
3
could you be a bit less pretentious and more understanding
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