English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "what else was i supposed to do" Mean?
Learn what "what else was i supposed to do" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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What else was I supposed to do?
It means the speaker believes they had no better option or choice.
From In Her Shadow, Episode 7
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone asks what other choice they had in a difficult situation.
Usage Scenario
Use this when defending your actions in an argument or explaining a difficult decision. It can sound defensive, so it may come off as argumentative.
Better ways to say it
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What else was I supposed to do?
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What was I supposed to do?
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What else could I have done?
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