English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i never thought" Mean?

Learn what "i never thought" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Express Doubt

go through with it.

It means the speaker did not believe the person would really do what they said they would do.

From The Mistress Trap, Episode 34

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone admits they did not expect her to actually follow through with the action.

Usage Scenario

Use this when commenting on an unexpected action after someone made a threat, promise, or plan. It is common in emotional or dramatic conversation.

Better ways to say it

1
I never thought she would actually go through with it.
2
I didn't think she'd really do it.
3
I didn't think she would follow through.

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