English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "he must just" Mean?
Learn what "he must just" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
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Express Doubt
He must just be using this crap to throw me off.
It means the speaker thinks someone is trying to distract or confuse them.
From I Think My Wife Wants To Kill Me, Episode 53
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker suspects someone is using a distraction to mislead them.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you think something is meant to distract you from the real issue. It sounds informal and suspicious, so it's best for casual conversation or arguments.
Better ways to say it
1
He's trying to throw me off.
2
This is just to throw me off.
3
You're trying to distract me.
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