English phrase from drama scenes

Ways to Say "my family have" in English

Learn useful ways to say "my family have" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.

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Complain

My family have been on my case for years.

It means the speaker feels their family has been criticizing, pressuring, or bothering them constantly.

From Tied By Fate, Episode 2

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone complains that their family has been bothering them for a long time.

Usage Scenario

Use this for casual complaints about family pressure. It sounds natural in conversation, but 'on my case' is informal and not for formal situations.

Better ways to say it

1
My family have been on my case for years.
2
My family keeps getting on my case.
3
They’ve been bothering me for years.

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