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Ways to Say "while you were" in English
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While you were running your little errand,
This is a sarcastic complaint that criticizes someone for not helping or taking things seriously.
From Killer Romance, Episode 12
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone contrasts their own effort with another person's unimportant errand.
Usage Scenario
Use it only in a heated conflict or dramatic scene. The phrase sounds insulting because of the sarcasm and 'little errand.'
Better ways to say it
1
While you were running your little errand, I was trying to catch this guy.
2
I was trying to catch this guy while you were off on your errand.
3
I was busy catching this guy.
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