English phrase from drama scenes

Ways to Say "mom spent half" in English

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Complain

How dare you say that? Mom spent half of her time

The speaker is saying the other person’s debt has caused a lot of burden or stress.

From Love Me Or I Die, Episode 14

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone complains about how much time another person's debt has taken from their mother.

Usage Scenario

Use this in a family argument or money-related complaint. It sounds accusatory and is not polite in calm conversation.

Better ways to say it

1
Mom spent half of her time trying to pay off all of your debt.
2
She spent so much time paying off your debt.
3
Your debt took up half of her time.

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