English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i always knew" Mean?
Learn what "i always knew" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I always knew my fate would be a tragedy.
It means the speaker believes their life was always headed toward a bad outcome.
From Under Her Control, Episode 59
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is reflecting that they always expected their life to end badly.
Usage Scenario
Use this in dramatic storytelling or very emotional self-reflection. It sounds literary and is not a common everyday phrase.
Better ways to say it
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I always knew my fate would be a tragedy.
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I knew my fate would be tragic.
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I knew this would end badly.
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