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Ways to Say "you always wished" in English
Learn useful ways to say "you always wished" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.
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You always wished he was your son
He is saying the other person wanted someone else in his place, which feels hurtful and accusatory.
From The Ceo, Episode 49
When do people say this?
Scene Context
He accuses someone of preferring another person over him in the family.
Usage Scenario
Use this in emotionally charged family conflict. It sounds very personal and painful, so it is not casual language.
Better ways to say it
1
You always wished he was your son instead of me.
2
You wanted him instead of me.
3
You wished he was your son, not me.
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