English phrase from drama scenes
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I thought your family disowned you
This means the speaker thought the person was rejected by their family because of theft.
From Faded Threads, Episode 26
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says they believed the listener was disowned for stealing money from the company.
Usage Scenario
Use it only when discussing a serious accusation or rumor. It sounds harsh and very context-specific.
Better ways to say it
1
I thought your family disowned you for stealing the money from the company.
2
I thought you were disowned for stealing the company's money.
3
I heard your family cut you off after the theft.
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