English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "thought the relationship" Mean?
Learn what "thought the relationship" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I thought the relationship between you two was strictly based on the contract.
It means the speaker thinks the relationship was only official or practical, not emotional.
From Tied By Fate, Episode 23
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone questions whether two people were only connected by a contract.
Usage Scenario
Use this when questioning the real nature of a relationship or agreement. It sounds formal and context-heavy, so it is not a common everyday phrase.
Better ways to say it
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I thought the relationship between you two was strictly based on the contract.
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I thought it was only about the contract.
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Wasn't it just a contract relationship?
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