I nearly purchased that · I was very close to buying it
You've been eyeing something for a while, maybe even put it in your cart, but then at the last minute, you decided against it. Later, you see it again or someone else mentions it, and you exclaim, 'I almost got that!' It's perfect for expressing a near-miss purchase, often with a hint of relief, regret, or nostalgia. 🤔
💡 **Fun Fact!** This expression is super versatile! You can use it when you narrowly avoided a bad purchase, or when you regret *not* buying something that turned out to be amazing. It’s like a little shopping confession. 😉 You can even add *why* you didn't get it: 'I almost got that, but it was a bit pricey' or 'I almost got that, but then I realized I already had something similar.'
When would you most likely say, 'I almost got that!'? A. Before you start shopping for anything. B. After buying something you really love. C. When you were very close to buying an item but decided not to at the last minute.