English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i always thought" Mean?
Learn what "i always thought" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I always thought I would take it with me to the grave.
He means he expected to never tell anyone the secret.
From I Think My Wife Wants To Kill Me, Episode 51
When do people say this?
Scene Context
He says he expected to keep the secret forever.
Usage Scenario
Use this for secrets or confessions when you mean you planned to stay silent forever. It is dramatic and more literary than everyday speech.
Better ways to say it
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I’d still like to believe he’s fine wherever he is.
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I’d take it to the grave.
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I always thought I’d keep it a secret forever.
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