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Ways to Say "i was smitten" in English

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I was smitten.

It means the speaker is saying they were strongly attracted from the very beginning.

From Runaway Bride, Episode 34

When do people say this?

Scene Context

She says she was immediately attracted to the other person from the first time she saw them.

Usage Scenario

Use this in romantic confession or sweet storytelling. It sounds poetic and more advanced than everyday speech.

Better ways to say it

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I was smitten ever since I first saw you.
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I was smitten with you from the start.
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It was love at first sight.

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