Learn useful ways to say "i've been sick" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.

It means the speaker is apologizing or explaining why they could not do something thoughtful.
From Trial Marriage To A Billionaire Season 2, Episode 60
Someone is explaining that illness stopped them from preparing a gift.
Use this when giving a personal explanation for failing to prepare something. It sounds polite and sincere, but the full sentence is more of an excuse than a fixed phrase.
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