English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i need to hear her breathing to comply" Mean?
Learn what "i need to hear her breathing to comply" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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her breathing to comply.
This means the speaker will only cooperate if they can confirm the other person is breathing.
From Under Her Control, Episode 52
When do people say this?
Scene Context
A person says they need to hear that someone is alive and okay before they will cooperate.
Usage Scenario
Use this only in a high-stakes or hostage-like situation. It sounds urgent and unnatural in normal everyday conversation.
Better ways to say it
1
I need to hear her breathing to comply.
2
I need proof she's alive.
3
Let me hear her breathing first.
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