English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i don't know what came over me" Mean?
Learn what "i don't know what came over me" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Explain
Sorry, I don't know what came over me
The speaker is admitting they behaved strangely or impulsively and cannot explain it well.
From The Escort, Episode 27
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they do not know why they acted that way.
Usage Scenario
Use this after a mistake or emotional outburst when you want to sound honest and reflective. It is common in apologies and relationship conflict.
Better ways to say it
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I don't know what came over me.
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I don't know why I did that.
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Something came over me.
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