English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i thought we had more time" Mean?

Learn what "i thought we had more time" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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Neutral
Soft
Express Doubt

I thought we had more time.

It means the speaker believed a situation would last longer before ending or changing.

From The Marriage Contract, Episode 32

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone says they thought there was more time left.

Usage Scenario

Use this when you are surprised by an ending, deadline, or sudden change. It sounds emotional but natural.

Better ways to say it

1
I thought we had more time.
2
I thought there was more time.
3
I really thought we had more time.

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