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Oops, I didn’t mean to do that!
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Oops, I didn’t mean to do that!
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How to use in different contexts
Apologizing
Oops, I didn't mean to do that! I'm so sorry.
Explaining a Mistake
Oops, I didn't mean to do that. I must have accidentally hit the wrong button.
Lighthearted Admission
Oops, I didn't mean to do that! It was a total accident.
Responding to an Accusation
Oops, I didn't mean to do that. I didn't realize it would cause a problem.
Rephrased versions
Formal
I apologize, I did not intend to perform that action.
Casual
Whoops, my bad! I didn't mean to do that.
Simpler English
Sorry, I didn't mean to.
Phrases to learn
didn't mean to
To express that an action was unintentional.
Oops
An exclamation expressing surprise or regret at a minor mistake.