What Does "i only did" Mean?
Learn what "i only did" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
I'm sorry. I only did what I thought was best for you.
It means the speaker believes their choice was meant to help, even if the other person disagrees.
From The Billionaire’S Lost Love, Episode 26
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone defends their actions by saying they were trying to do what was best for the other person.
Usage Scenario
Use this in conflict when explaining a decision that upset someone else. It can sound defensive, so it may not calm the argument.
Better ways to say it
I only did what I thought was best for you.
I did what I thought was best.
I was trying to do what was best for you.
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