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Ways to Say "why didn't you" in English
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I mean, why didn't you stop her
It means she is demanding an explanation for someone’s failure to intervene.
From She Is Mine, Episode 43
When do people say this?
Scene Context
She angrily asks why someone did not stop another person after realizing it was not her.
Usage Scenario
Use this in an argument when blaming someone for not acting. It can sound accusing and confrontational.
Better ways to say it
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Why didn't you stop her?
2
Why didn't you step in?
3
Why didn't you do anything?
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