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Ways to Say "you were born" in English
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Yes, I did, Owen. You were born with a golden spoon and I was tired of living in your shadow.
It means the speaker resents the other person's privilege and the way it affected their own life.
From The Dumb Billionaire Heiress In Love Part Ii, Episode 46
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is blaming another person for growing up rich while they felt overshadowed.
Usage Scenario
Use this in emotionally charged conflicts about status or family comparison. It sounds bitter and personal.
Better ways to say it
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You were born with a golden spoon and I was tired of living in your shadow.
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I was tired of living in your shadow.
3
You had everything handed to you.
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