English phrase from drama scenes
Ways to Say "i have been" in English
Learn useful ways to say "i have been" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.
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Well, I have been thinking about revenge for the last 20 years.
It means the speaker has had revenge on their mind for a very long time.
From My Celebrity Boyfriend Killed Me, Episode 32
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is talking about a long-held desire for revenge.
Usage Scenario
Use it to describe a grudge or revenge motive in dramatic speech. It sounds intense and is not appropriate for casual everyday conversation.
Better ways to say it
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I have been thinking about revenge for the last 20 years.
2
I've been thinking about revenge for years.
3
Revenge has been on my mind for a long time.
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