English phrase from drama scenes
Professional Ways to Say "i didn't want"
Learn the tone, meaning, and better English alternatives around "i didn't want" with real scene examples.
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make a big deal out of it.
I wanted to avoid turning the situation into a bigger conflict.
From Love Lies And Bloodline, Episode 29
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they tried not to make a minor issue bigger than it was.
Usage Scenario
Use this to explain why you stayed quiet or downplayed something. It is common in arguments, but it can sound like you are avoiding responsibility.
Better ways to say it
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I didn't want to make a big deal out of it.
2
I didn't want to blow it up.
3
I was trying not to make it a big issue.
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