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Ways to Say "you're engaged so" in English
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You're engaged, so why would
It means the speaker refuses to lower their standards or self-respect for someone unavailable.
From Tangled In Desire, Episode 7
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone rejects the idea of compromising because the other person is already engaged.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a relationship conflict when you want to state self-respect clearly. It can sound sharp or defensive.
Better ways to say it
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You're engaged, so why would I want to compromise myself?
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Why would I compromise myself for you?
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I'm not going to compromise myself.
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