English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "trust is a luxury i cannot afford" Mean?
Learn what "trust is a luxury i cannot afford" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Trust is a luxury I cannot afford.
The speaker means they are too wary or hurt to trust people easily.
From Love Me Or I Die, Episode 9
When do people say this?
Scene Context
A character says they do not trust easily because of past experience.
Usage Scenario
Use this when explaining why you are cautious about trusting someone. It sounds serious and emotionally guarded, not casual.
Better ways to say it
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Trust is a luxury I cannot afford.
2
I can't afford to trust anyone.
3
Trust is something I can't risk.
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