English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i've been running from this my whole life" Mean?
Learn what "i've been running from this my whole life" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I've been running from this my whole life.
This means the speaker has avoided dealing with a problem for a very long time.
From Love Me Or I Die, Episode 50
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says they have spent their whole life avoiding this issue.
Usage Scenario
Use it when talking about a long-term fear, trauma, or unresolved issue. It sounds emotional and reflective.
Better ways to say it
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I’ve been running from this my whole life.
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I’ve been avoiding this my whole life.
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I’ve been running away from this.
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