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Ways to Say "i was just" in English

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Intermediate
Polite
Soft
Ask For Help

I was just wondering why you sound so upset right now.

It is a gentle way to ask why someone seems angry or unhappy.

From I'M Obsessed With My Boss Part I, Episode 26

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone asks why the other person seems upset, while trying to sound cautious.

Usage Scenario

Use this when you want to check on someone's mood without being too direct. It can sound careful or slightly cautious in tense situations.

Better ways to say it

1
Why do you sound so upset right now?
2
Why are you so upset right now?
3
What's making you sound so upset?

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