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Professional Ways to Say "when i mean"
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And when I mean rest, I mean
It means the speaker is defining rest as lying down and going to bed, not just pausing for a moment.
From Hidden Agenda, Episode 13
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is clarifying what they mean by the word rest.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to clarify your meaning. It can sound a little forceful or overly specific if used in casual conversation.
Better ways to say it
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When I say rest, I mean going to bed.
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What I mean by rest is shutting your eyes and going to bed.
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