English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i'm sorry force of habit" Mean?
Learn what "i'm sorry force of habit" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Apologize
Um, I'm sorry, force of habit.
It means the speaker is apologizing and explaining that the action or comment happened automatically from habit.
From I Think My Wife Wants To Kill Me, Episode 21
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker apologizes for saying something out of habit.
Usage Scenario
Use this after repeating a phrase, behavior, or joke you normally say. It is common when you want a quick, light apology.
Better ways to say it
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Sorry, force of habit.
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I'm sorry, force of habit.
3
Old habit.
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