Ways to Say "then and only" in English
Learn useful ways to say "then and only" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.
then, and only then, can I think about our future together.
It means the speaker will only consider the relationship’s future after a certain problem is resolved.
From Never Mess With A Badass Girl, Episode 18
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker sets a condition before thinking about a future together.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a relationship conflict when you want to make a condition clear. It can sound cold or transactional if said without softer wording.
Better ways to say it
Then and only then can I think about our future together.
Only after that can I think about our future.
Then I can start thinking about us.
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