English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i was just" Mean?
Learn what "i was just" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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zealous as you are
It means the speaker used to feel or act just as strongly as the other person does now.
From Why I Did It, Episode 43
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone compares their past attitude to the other person's current attitude.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a reflective or argumentative discussion when talking about old beliefs or enthusiasm. The word 'zealous' is formal and uncommon in everyday speech.
Better ways to say it
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I was just as zealous as you are now.
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I used to be just as enthusiastic as you are now.
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I felt the same way back then.
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