English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "why did you" Mean?
Learn what "why did you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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why did you sneak up on me like that?
This is a way to ask why someone approached so quietly or suddenly that it startled you.
From The Marriage Contract, Episode 5
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone reacts to being approached suddenly and asks why it happened that way.
Usage Scenario
Use it when someone surprises you by coming up behind you or appearing suddenly. It can sound startled but not necessarily rude.
Better ways to say it
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Why did you sneak up on me like that?
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Why did you come up behind me like that?
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You scared me—why did you do that?
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