English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "was a low" Mean?
Learn what "was a low" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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that was a low blow but not enough to ruin your life.
It means the speaker thinks the other person was unfair or mean, but they are refusing to be defeated by it.
From Conflicted Hearts, Episode 34
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone calls the other person's action a cheap shot but says it was not enough to destroy them.
Usage Scenario
Use this in an argument when calling out a rude attack. It sounds dramatic and slightly taunting.
Better ways to say it
1
That was a low blow, but not enough to ruin your life.
2
That was a low blow.
3
Nice try, but that won't destroy me.
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