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Ways to Say "i was emotional" in English
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I was emotional and let it get the better of me.
It means I acted badly because my emotions took over.
From The Marriage Contract, Episode 54
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone admits they acted emotionally and lost control of their behavior.
Usage Scenario
Use this after an argument or mistake when explaining your behavior and apologizing. It sounds reflective and fairly formal for everyday speech.
Better ways to say it
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I was emotional and let it get the better of me.
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I let my emotions get the better of me.
3
I was too emotional.
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