English phrase from drama scenes

Ways to Say "you should have" in English

Learn useful ways to say "you should have" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.

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Complain

You should have got the attention of any of us.

It means the speaker thinks the other person should have done more to alert them.

From The Inheritance Game, Episode 15

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker blames someone for not getting anyone's attention sooner.

Usage Scenario

Use this to criticize a missed warning or failure to speak up. It can sound accusatory in an argument or work situation.

Better ways to say it

1
You should have gotten the attention of any of us.
2
You should have told one of us.
3
You should have gotten our attention.

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