Used when someone incorrectly attributes a statement or opinion to someone else. Hey, I never mentioned quitting the job—don't put words into my mouth!
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Indirect Accusation
Often used to confront someone who's twisting your words into something you didn't mean. You're suggesting I lied, which I didn't. Stop putting words into my mouth!
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Defensive Clarification
Apply this phrase to defend against misinterpreted statements. That's not what I said at all—don't put words into my mouth.