English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i'm not trying to poison you" Mean?

Learn what "i'm not trying to poison you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
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Reassure

I'm not trying to poison you.

It means the speaker is denying harmful intent and trying to reassure the other person.

From Hidden Agenda, Episode 34

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone denies trying to poison the other person during a tense exchange.

Usage Scenario

Used in a heated argument or when someone suspects foul play. It sounds defensive and is not a normal everyday phrase.

Better ways to say it

1
I'm not trying to poison you.
2
I'm not poisoning you.
3
I don't mean to hurt you.

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