What Does "used to think" Mean?
Learn what "used to think" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
I used to think it didn't mean
I used to think there was no point, but now I see the reason behind it.
From Love Lies And Bloodline, Episode 39
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they used to think something was meaningless, but now they understand why it matters.
Usage Scenario
Use this when showing that your perspective has changed over time. It is reflective and a bit long, so it is better for explanation than for a standalone phrase page.
Better ways to say it
I used to think it didn't mean anything, but now I understand why.
At first I thought it meant nothing, but now I get it.
I didn't understand before, but I do now.
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