English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i didn't know" Mean?

Learn what "i didn't know" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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to like it, but I took a risk.

It means the speaker made a bold choice and is explaining that the result was uncertain.

From The Pendleton Secrete, Episode 12

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone justifies a risky choice after it did not turn out as expected.

Usage Scenario

This is useful when you want to explain a risky decision or defend a choice that did not go perfectly. It sounds natural in conversation, but the full sentence is more explanatory than reusable as a stand-alone phrase.

Better ways to say it

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I took a risk.
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I was taking a chance.
3
I didn't know how it would turn out.

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