English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "thought i was" Mean?
Learn what "thought i was" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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doing this for revenge.
This means the speaker thought revenge was their main motivation.
From The Crown, Episode 27
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker reflects that their actions were motivated by revenge.
Usage Scenario
Use it when admitting a bad motive or explaining why you acted a certain way. It sounds emotionally loaded and reflective, so it fits serious conversations.
Better ways to say it
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I thought it was all revenge.
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I was doing this for revenge.
3
I thought revenge was the reason.
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