Phrases Phrases for Handling Awkward Situations

It wasn't intentional.

B2

Meaning

To clarify that an action wasn't deliberate.

Example sentences

John: 'You hurt my feelings with your comment.'<br>

Alice: 'It wasn't intentional. I didn't mean to offend you.'

John: 'It wasn't intentional; I didn't realize you were speaking.'

Alice: 'I'm sorry I interrupted you.'<br>