English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "we were just talking about football" Mean?
Learn what "we were just talking about football" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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We were just talking about football.
It means the speaker is clarifying that the interaction was harmless and casual.
From The Dumb Billionaire Heiress In Love Part I, Episode 12
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone explains that they were only having a simple conversation about football.
Usage Scenario
Use this to defend yourself if someone thinks you were doing something inappropriate. It can sound evasive if overused.
Better ways to say it
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We were just talking about football.
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We were only talking about football.
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We were just chatting about football.
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