English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "we both know" Mean?
Learn what "we both know" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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But we both know that we're just drowning in our own grief.
It means both people are feeling so much pain that it seems overwhelming and hard to handle.
From Twisted Fates, Episode 33
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker reflects on shared grief and says both people are overwhelmed by it.
Usage Scenario
Use this in serious emotional conversations about loss or deep sadness. It sounds heavy and poetic, so it is not suitable for casual conversation.
Better ways to say it
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We're drowning in grief.
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We're both overwhelmed by grief.
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We're lost in our grief.
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