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I was about to say the same thing vs I was going to say the same thing

Both phrases are correct and convey the same meaning of agreeing with someone else's statement. They can be used interchangeably. The choice between 'I was about to say the same thing' and 'I was going to say the same thing' depends on personal preference or the context in which they are used.
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Last updated: June 07, 2024

I was about to say the same thing

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express agreement with someone else's statement.

This phrase is used to indicate that you were just about to express the same idea or opinion as someone else.

Examples:

  • I was about to say the same thing, but you beat me to it.
  • I was about to say the same thing, it's like you read my mind.

Alternatives:

  • I was just about to say the same thing
  • I was on the verge of saying the same thing
  • I was on the point of saying the same thing
  • I was just going to say the same thing

I was going to say the same thing

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express agreement with someone else's statement.

This phrase is used to indicate that you intended to express the same idea or opinion as someone else.

Examples:

  • I was going to say the same thing, but you said it first.
  • I was going to say the same thing, great minds think alike.

Alternatives:

  • I was planning to say the same thing
  • I intended to say the same thing
  • I meant to say the same thing
  • I was thinking of saying the same thing

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