English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "poisoned the roses" Mean?
Learn what "poisoned the roses" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Advanced
Neutral
Harsh
Accuse
You poisoned the roses and gave them to me.
It means the speaker believes the other person deliberately poisoned the roses and handed them over.
From The Pendleton Secrete, Episode 45
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is accusing another person of poisoning flowers and giving them away.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a dramatic accusation when talking about harmful or suspicious actions. It sounds severe and is not ordinary everyday English.
Better ways to say it
1
You poisoned the roses and gave them to me.
2
You gave me poisoned roses.
3
You poisoned the flowers and handed them to me.
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