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.
I don't know what came over me?
It means the speaker acted strangely or impulsively and cannot explain why.
From An Affair With My Boss, Episode 48
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says they do not understand why they acted the way they did.
Usage Scenario
Use this after a mistake, outburst, or impulsive action when trying to explain yourself. It sounds natural and a bit emotional, but it is not ideal for very formal situations.
Better ways to say it
I don't know what came over me.
I don't know why I did that.
I can't explain why I acted like that.
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