English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "spent a lot" Mean?
Learn what "spent a lot" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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English Phrases for Work
I spent a lot of time thinking about it, Janet.
It means the speaker carefully considered something before speaking or deciding.
From In Her Shadow, Episode 8
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is saying they spent time reflecting on a decision or issue.
Usage Scenario
Use this to show that a decision was not made quickly. It is natural in personal, school, and work conversations.
Better ways to say it
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I spent a lot of time thinking about it.
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I thought about it a lot.
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I've thought about it a lot.
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