English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "was she scared he'd come back" Mean?
Learn what "was she scared he'd come back" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Was she scared he'd come back?
It means the speaker is asking if someone was afraid the other person would return.
From The Winter Veil, Episode 21
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone wonders whether a woman was afraid of a man's return.
Usage Scenario
Use this when speculating about another person's feelings or motives. It sounds natural in discussion, but it depends on prior context.
Better ways to say it
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Was she scared he'd come back?
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Was she afraid he'd come back?
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Did she fear he'd return?
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