English phrase from drama scenes

Professional Ways to Say "i tried telling"

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I mean, I tried telling you about it but you had more pressing concerns at the moment.

He is saying he did try to tell the other person, but the timing was bad.

From Mafia Lord'S Son Has Secret Love For His Stepmom, Episode 32

When do people say this?

Scene Context

He excuses himself by saying he tried to mention it earlier, but the other person was busy.

Usage Scenario

Use this when explaining why something was not communicated earlier. It can sound like a justification if the other person is upset.

Better ways to say it

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I tried telling you about it, but you had more pressing concerns at the moment.
2
I tried to tell you earlier, but you were busy.
3
I brought it up before, but you were occupied.

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