English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "my sister was" Mean?
Learn what "my sister was" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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My sister was never good
This means the speaker thinks their sister was not effective at keeping or defending her own things.
From The Billionaire’S Vow, Episode 4
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says their sister was never good at protecting what belongs to her.
Usage Scenario
Use it when talking about someone's ability to protect their interests or possessions. It is fairly specific and not a common phrase search.
Better ways to say it
1
My sister was never good at protecting what's hers.
2
She was never good at protecting what was hers.
3
She's never been good at defending her own things.
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