English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "my mother tried" Mean?
Learn what "my mother tried" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
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Explain
My mother tried to shield me from this for years,
This means the speaker is saying their mother tried to keep them from knowing or facing something difficult.
From Love Me Or I Die, Episode 48
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says their mother tried to protect them from a painful truth.
Usage Scenario
Use it in emotional family stories or explanations. It sounds reflective and personal, not casual.
Better ways to say it
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My mother tried to shield me from this for years.
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She tried to protect me from this.
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She kept this from me for years.
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