200 Sentences Using “I was about to”

200 Sentences Using “I was about to”

English Sentences

  1. I was about to leave when the phone rang.

  2. I was about to go to bed when I remembered I hadn’t set my alarm.

  3. I was about to ask for help, but then I figured it out myself.

  4. I was about to call her, but I realized it was too late.

  5. I was about to start the meeting when the power went out.

  6. I was about to tell him the secret, but I decided against it.

  7. I was about to take a shower when the water turned cold.

  8. I was about to step outside when it started raining.

  9. I was about to give up, but I tried one more time.

  10. I was about to head to the store, but I found my wallet was missing.

  11. I was about to go for a run when I felt a headache coming on.

  12. I was about to speak up, but I hesitated.

  13. I was about to make breakfast when I realized we had no eggs.

  14. I was about to buy the shoes, but they didn’t have my size.

  15. I was about to clean the house, but I ran out of cleaning supplies.

  16. I was about to ask for a raise, but I didn’t feel confident enough.

  17. I was about to go on vacation when my car broke down.

  18. I was about to apologize, but I didn’t think it was necessary anymore.

  19. I was about to start reading a new book, but I lost my bookmark.

  20. I was about to leave the party when my friend called for a ride.

  21. I was about to take a nap when my neighbor started mowing the lawn.

  22. I was about to give my presentation, but I lost my notes.

  23. I was about to head to the gym when I remembered I had an appointment.

  24. I was about to enter the room when I heard laughter inside.

  25. I was about to ask for directions, but I saw a sign that helped me.

  26. I was about to eat my lunch when I realized I forgot my drink.

  27. I was about to walk the dog, but I saw the weather forecast.

  28. I was about to start a new project when my manager asked me to finish another one.

  29. I was about to hit send on the email, but I double-checked it first.

  30. I was about to move my car, but the rain started to pour.

  31. I was about to try that new restaurant, but it was too crowded.

  32. I was about to finish the puzzle, but I lost the last piece.

  33. I was about to call my mom, but I got distracted by a notification.

  34. I was about to buy tickets for the concert, but they sold out.

  35. I was about to start cooking dinner, but I realized I forgot to thaw the meat.

  36. I was about to get on the bus when I saw my friend walking.

  37. I was about to make a plan, but I got an urgent call.

  38. I was about to take the exam, but I realized I hadn’t studied enough.

  39. I was about to congratulate him, but I saw he was busy.

  40. I was about to leave the store when I remembered I needed milk.

  41. I was about to take a walk when I heard a loud noise.

  42. I was about to say something funny, but I wasn’t sure if it would be appropriate.

  43. I was about to buy the dress, but I didn’t like the fit.

  44. I was about to enjoy a hot cup of tea, but it spilled.

  45. I was about to go to the meeting, but I lost track of time.

  46. I was about to open the gift, but I couldn’t wait until my birthday.

  47. I was about to write a letter, but I ran out of paper.

  48. I was about to call for help, but I found the solution on my own.

  49. I was about to head out the door when I heard a knock.

  50. I was about to start my homework, but I realized I had forgotten a book.

  51. I was about to take a picture when the camera died.

  52. I was about to complain, but I decided to stay calm.

  53. I was about to go out for coffee, but my friend canceled.

  54. I was about to propose, but I lost my nerve.

  55. I was about to do the laundry when the washing machine broke.

  56. I was about to finish the chapter, but I fell asleep.

  57. I was about to leave for work, but I couldn’t find my keys.

  58. I was about to check my phone when it died.

  59. I was about to go to the beach, but I changed my mind.

  60. I was about to ask for a favor, but I felt embarrassed.

  61. I was about to buy a new phone, but I decided to wait for the sale.

  62. I was about to accept the job offer, but I got a better one.

  63. I was about to go to the gym, but I injured my ankle.

  64. I was about to ask him out, but I was too shy.

  65. I was about to write a blog post, but I had writer’s block.

  66. I was about to attend the wedding, but I lost my invitation.

  67. I was about to text her, but I decided to wait until tomorrow.

  68. I was about to apply for the job, but I didn’t meet the requirements.

  69. I was about to make a smoothie, but I ran out of fruit.

  70. I was about to call in sick, but I felt better after some rest.

  71. I was about to play a game, but the power went out.

  72. I was about to get a haircut, but I changed my mind at the last minute.

  73. I was about to speak in front of the audience, but I got nervous.

  74. I was about to send the letter, but I needed to add more information.

  75. I was about to take my dog for a walk, but I noticed the leash was missing.

  76. I was about to try on the shoes, but they didn’t fit.

  77. I was about to go swimming, but I realized I forgot my swimsuit.

  78. I was about to ask for a discount, but I didn’t feel comfortable.

  79. I was about to take a picture of the sunset, but the clouds covered it.

  80. I was about to buy lunch, but I decided to make something at home.

  81. I was about to go to a party, but I felt too tired.

  82. I was about to visit my friend, but I got stuck in traffic.

  83. I was about to eat the cookie, but I realized I shouldn’t.

  84. I was about to run the errand, but I couldn’t find my wallet.

  85. I was about to call a taxi, but I remembered I had my car.

  86. I was about to buy groceries, but I left my shopping list at home.

  87. I was about to try that new restaurant, but I heard the food wasn’t good.

  88. I was about to go jogging, but I hurt my knee.

  89. I was about to start a new series, but I couldn’t decide which one.

  90. I was about to call the customer service, but I found the answer online.

  91. I was about to bake a cake, but I realized I didn’t have eggs.

  92. I was about to send the email, but I checked it one more time.

  93. I was about to stop by the park, but it started to rain.

  94. I was about to take a vacation, but work needed me to stay.

  95. I was about to bring up the topic, but it seemed inappropriate.

  96. I was about to join the group, but I felt a little out of place.

  97. I was about to make a decision, but I needed more time.

  98. I was about to go for a walk, but my shoes were too tight.

  99. I was about to start my morning routine, but I overslept.

  100. I was about to go for a drive, but I realized I needed gas.

  101. I was about to return the book, but I decided to read it one more time.

  102. I was about to tell him my feelings, but I didn’t know how.

  103. I was about to submit my assignment, but I found a mistake.

  104. I was about to do some work, but I got distracted by a video.

  105. I was about to leave the office, but I remembered I had a meeting.

  106. I was about to take a break, but my boss called me in for a discussion.

  107. I was about to buy a new jacket, but I didn’t have enough money.

  108. I was about to go out with my friends, but I had a sudden headache.

  109. I was about to finish my workout, but I felt like I could do more.

  110. I was about to accept the invitation, but I realized I already had plans.

  111. I was about to clean the garage, but I got distracted by something else.

  112. I was about to leave the house, but I forgot my phone.

  113. I was about to finish my meal, but I wasn’t full yet.

  114. I was about to send the card, but I noticed a typo.

  115. I was about to join the meeting, but it had already ended.

  116. I was about to join the choir, but I wasn’t confident in my singing.

  117. I was about to go to sleep, but I couldn’t stop thinking.

  118. I was about to start a new project, but my colleague took over.

  119. I was about to go outside, but it started to snow.

  120. I was about to make a speech, but I lost my notes.

  121. I was about to pay the bill, but I realized I had no cash.

  122. I was about to look for a new job, but my boss offered me a raise.

  123. I was about to attend a wedding, but I forgot to bring a gift.

  124. I was about to call him, but I felt it wasn’t the right time.

  125. I was about to start a conversation, but I felt nervous.

  126. I was about to complain about the service, but I decided not to.

  127. I was about to start my project, but I wasn’t sure where to begin.

  128. I was about to take a photo, but my camera was out of battery.

  129. I was about to join the group, but they had already left.

  130. I was about to play the game, but I lost the instructions.

  131. I was about to put on my jacket, but I saw the sun was out.

  132. I was about to do my chores, but I realized I had some free time.

  133. I was about to go on a trip, but I had to cancel due to an emergency.

  134. I was about to give up, but I tried again.

  135. I was about to make a decision, but I wanted more input.

  136. I was about to start cooking, but I couldn’t find the recipe.

  137. I was about to run the errand, but it was too late in the day.

  138. I was about to finish my work, but I got a new assignment.

  139. I was about to try something new, but I didn’t feel confident.

  140. I was about to get a snack, but I wasn’t hungry anymore.

  141. I was about to close the door, but I saw someone coming.

  142. I was about to use the computer, but it crashed.

  143. I was about to read the book, but I had to finish my homework first.

  144. I was about to get in the car, but it was already full.

  145. I was about to ask a question, but I realized I already knew the answer.

  146. I was about to go to the meeting, but I lost my notes.

  147. I was about to relax, but I remembered I had more work to do.

  148. I was about to turn off the light, but I saw something moving.

  149. I was about to start my workout, but I needed a drink first.

  150. I was about to go to the beach, but the tide was too high.

  151. I was about to check my messages, but my phone died.

  152. I was about to head out the door, but I saw it was snowing.

  153. I was about to pick up the groceries, but I forgot my shopping list.

  154. I was about to cook dinner, but I realized I was out of garlic.

  155. I was about to call my friend, but I saw they were online.

  156. I was about to enter the building, but I realized I forgot my ID.

  157. I was about to buy a gift, but I found something even better.

  158. I was about to speak up, but I felt unsure about what to say.

  159. I was about to visit my grandparents, but I had a last-minute meeting.

  160. I was about to have breakfast, but I lost my appetite.

  161. I was about to book a flight, but the prices increased.

  162. I was about to stop by the store, but I remembered I didn’t need anything.

  163. I was about to stop running, but I saw a beautiful view.

  164. I was about to make a call, but the phone line was busy.

  165. I was about to run an errand, but I got caught in traffic.

  166. I was about to leave work, but I remembered an important task.

  167. I was about to take the subway, but I saw the train was delayed.

  168. I was about to catch the bus, but I missed it.

  169. I was about to get a coffee, but the shop was closed.

  170. I was about to watch TV, but the power went out.

  171. I was about to ask for a favor, but I felt it was too much.

  172. I was about to call her, but I noticed she was online.

  173. I was about to stop by a friend’s house, but I felt too tired.

  174. I was about to get a new job, but my boss made me an offer.

  175. I was about to clean my room, but I got distracted by a video.

  176. I was about to return the book, but I found a new chapter to read.

  177. I was about to make an announcement, but the microphone wasn’t working.

  178. I was about to start my workout, but I had a cramp.

  179. I was about to leave for work, but I missed my bus.

  180. I was about to drink water, but I spilled it.

  181. I was about to cook dinner, but I ran out of ingredients.

  182. I was about to call him, but I saw he was busy with someone else.

  183. I was about to go to the library, but it started to rain.

  184. I was about to try a new recipe, but I didn’t have all the ingredients.

  185. I was about to stop working, but I remembered a deadline.

  186. I was about to reply to the email, but I needed to check the details first.

  187. I was about to leave the office, but my colleague needed help.

  188. I was about to start studying, but I realized I had no books.

  189. I was about to send the package, but I forgot to add the address.

  190. I was about to give up, but I pushed through.

  191. I was about to take a taxi, but I saw my friend driving by.

  192. I was about to visit the museum, but I found out it was closed.

  193. I was about to give him advice, but I thought it might not be helpful.

  194. I was about to go for a run, but I saw the weather forecast.

  195. I was about to send the report, but I noticed a mistake.

  196. I was about to start working, but I got a call from a friend.

  197. I was about to watch a movie, but I fell asleep.

  198. I was about to call the doctor, but my symptoms improved.

  199. I was about to organize my desk, but I ran out of time.

  200. I was about to leave the house, but I saw something suspicious outside.

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