English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "julia we are" Mean?

Learn what "julia we are" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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Julia, we are trying to figure out who killed dad.

It means the speaker is focused on discovering the person responsible for the death.

From On One Condition, Episode 36

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Julia is told that the group is trying to identify who killed their father.

Usage Scenario

Use this in a serious mystery or family conflict. It is not a casual phrase and works best in dramatic situations.

Better ways to say it

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Julia, we are trying to figure out who killed dad.
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We're trying to figure out who killed dad.
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