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I was sure that vs I was sure that you

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I was sure that' is a complete phrase that can stand alone, while 'I was sure that you' is used when specifying the subject of the certainty. The choice between the two depends on whether you want to emphasize the certainty itself or the person you were certain about.

Last updated: March 23, 2024 • 942 views

I was sure that

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express certainty about something without specifying the subject of the certainty.

Examples:

I was sure that I had locked the door before leaving the house.
She was sure that the meeting would be postponed.
He was sure that he had left his keys on the table.

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I was sure that you are here.
I was sure that no one knew.
Praised be God. I was sure that you hadn't abandoned us.
I was sure that soon we'd be having real fun and making some great memories.
I was sure that you would understand this problem and help me save these unfortunate people who are all depending on you.
I was sure that the vote would go in favour of Christa Prets's report.
I was sure that you'd be with her.
Now I was sure that Julia is finally finished.
I was sure that we would have him, be he evaded capture.
I was sure that, if I found the bracelet, I'd know who killed her.
I was sure that Susan's spirit must have been waiting for me.
Though I'd never seen her image I was sure that this was the face of Lady Gregory.
But when the camp split up, I was sure that she'd want to go with Locke.
I was sure that the money was coming.
When he came back to Rosewood... the things he was saying, I was sure that he was in love with you.
It was bad at times, but not all the time, and we had this really great dinner and I was sure that we were going to work things out.
Although I must confess, I was sure that Smart Rain would be the sin that broke the seal.
That despite odds of 0.313 per cent, I was sure that I was put on this earth to be with Wendy.
I was sure that we all fail! succeeded...
I was sure that with the support of my brother, the Duke of Richmond, he would find himself easily admitted into London society.

Alternatives:

I was certain that
I knew that
I believed that

I was sure that you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express certainty about a specific person or thing, specifying the subject of the certainty.

Examples:

I was sure that you would come through for me.
She was sure that you were the right person for the job.
He was sure that you had the answer.

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I was sure that you are here.
I was sure that you'd be with her.
Praised be God. I was sure that you hadn't abandoned us.
I was sure that you would understand this problem and help me save these unfortunate people who are all depending on you.
McKAY: No, no, I was sure that you...
At any rate, I had given you that order, because I was sure that you wouldn't follow it.
She was a terrific lady and... and a great caretaker, and I was sure that you'd be safe with her.
I got a henna tattoo because I was not willing to commit to you until I was sure that you were willing to commit to me.
And I was sure that you would call back, because that's how well I know you, so I told the guys, "Let's not change the plans."
I wasn't sure that you got it.
I was so sure that you cut your hand.
I was not sure that you want to come. course I did.
I was so sure that you'd be halfway to mexico by now.
I wasn't sure that you would take to the trampoline's ways.
No, I wasn't sure that you were dirty, per se.
I wasn't sure that you would, given the way we left things.
I was just making sure that you're not a better liar than I am a psychiatrist.
And here I was, pretty sure that you've seen every side of him at this point.
I actually wasn't sure that you'd want me there.
Well, when he was considering making that generous donation, I wasn't sure that you adequately explained all the great work that we do here, so I thought that a tour would be helpful.

Alternatives:

I was certain that you
I knew that you
I believed that you

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