English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i was taking" Mean?
Learn what "i was taking" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Well, I was taking pictures of them, like you asked.
It means the speaker is saying they followed the other person's instruction.
From Hollywood Star'S Fake Girlfriend, Episode 41
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone explains that they were doing what they had been told to do.
Usage Scenario
Use this when clarifying your actions or defending yourself after being questioned. It is common in everyday speech and works well in both casual and work situations.
Better ways to say it
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I was taking the pictures like you asked.
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I did what you asked.
3
I was just doing what you told me.
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