English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i thought you wanted to handle this asap" Mean?
Learn what "i thought you wanted to handle this asap" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
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Explain
Well, I thought you wanted to handle this ASAP.
This means the speaker assumed the other person wanted the task done as soon as possible.
From Under Her Control, Episode 34
When do people say this?
Scene Context
A character says they thought the other person wanted this handled quickly.
Usage Scenario
Use this to clarify a misunderstanding about urgency or deadlines. It works well in work conversations and mild arguments.
Better ways to say it
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I thought you wanted to handle this ASAP.
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I thought you wanted this done quickly.
3
Didn't you want this right away?
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