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
I don't know what came over me.
This means the speaker suddenly behaved in a way they cannot explain or control.
From On One Condition, Episode 48
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker cannot explain why they acted a certain way.
Usage Scenario
Use it when apologizing or trying to explain unexpected behavior. It is common in emotional situations and often implies regret.
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 what happened to me.
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I can't explain why I did that.
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