English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "that message was a mistake" Mean?
Learn what "that message was a mistake" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Beginner
Neutral
Soft
Apologize
That message was a mistake.
It means the sender thinks the message should not have been sent and is admitting fault.
From The Black Thrones, Episode 49
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is admitting that a message should not have been sent.
Usage Scenario
Use this to admit a text or message was inappropriate or wrong. It is useful in apologies, but by itself it may sound cold or incomplete.
Better ways to say it
1
That message was a mistake.
2
I shouldn't have sent that message.
3
That was a mistake.
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