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Ways to Say "i still had" in English

Learn useful ways to say "i still had" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.

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Complain

I still had 40 minutes to sleep if this didn't turn up.

The speaker is saying they lost sleep time because something interrupted them.

From Hollywood Star'S Fake Girlfriend, Episode 29

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker is complaining that an unexpected event interrupted their sleep.

Usage Scenario

Use this casually when talking about a disruption or inconvenience. It is more of a complaint than a standalone phrase learners search for.

Better ways to say it

1
I still had 40 minutes to sleep.
2
I could have slept longer if this hadn't happened.
3
I was about to sleep for another 40 minutes.

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