English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "now why on earth would i do that" Mean?
Learn what "now why on earth would i do that" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Now why on earth would I do that?
This is a rhetorical way to say there is no good reason for the action being suggested.
From I'M Obsessed With My Boss Part Ii, Episode 10
When do people say this?
Scene Context
She challenges the idea that she would do something unreasonable.
Usage Scenario
Use it when denying an accusation or rejecting a suggestion. It can sound defensive or annoyed depending on tone.
Better ways to say it
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