English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i wasn't sure" Mean?

Learn what "i wasn't sure" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Express Doubt

I wasn't sure we'd be able to pull this off.

It means the speaker doubted they would succeed, but the result turned out okay.

From The Marriage Contract, Episode 36

When do people say this?

Scene Context

A person says they were not sure the plan would succeed.

Usage Scenario

Use this after finishing a difficult task or plan. It is natural in everyday English and sounds reflective.

Better ways to say it

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I wasn't sure we'd be able to pull this off.
2
I wasn't sure we could do it.
3
I didn't know if we'd pull this off.

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