English phrase from drama scenes
Ways to Say "it's been a" in English
Learn useful ways to say "it's been a" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.
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This is great work. You catch on fast, Lily. It's been a while since I've had an assistant who could keep up.
It means the speaker is saying most assistants were not good enough, but this one is different.
From One Night Stand, Episode 39
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they have finally found an assistant who can keep up with them.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a workplace brag or criticism, but it can sound arrogant or insulting. It is not a polite line for professional settings.
Better ways to say it
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It's been a while since I've had an assistant who could keep up.
2
I finally have an assistant who can keep up.
3
Most assistants couldn't keep up like this one.
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