“I was about to + (verb)” is a phrase used to indicate that you were very close to doing something or just on the verge of doing it, but then something stopped you or interrupted you. It is often used to express regret or frustration about not being able to complete the action.
Here is a table with examples of how to use “I was about to + (verb)”:
| Example | Meaning |
|---|---|
| I was about to leave | I was very close to leaving, but something stopped me |
| She was about to call me | She was just about to call me, but got distracted |
| We were about to start | We were just on the verge of starting, but then something happened |
| He was about to say something | He was very close to saying something, but then changed his mind |
| They were about to leave | They were just about to leave, but then decided to stay |
Here are some additional examples of “I was about to + (verb)” used in sentences:
- I was about to go to bed when the phone rang.
- She was about to make dinner when she realized she was out of groceries.
- We were about to go on vacation when our plans fell through.
- He was about to finish the report when the power went out.
- They were about to start the movie when their friends arrived.