Used when acknowledging a delay in responding to a message.
Literal Meaning
I have just now perceived or become aware of this.
Actual Meaning
I saw it earlier but didn't respond - responding now
Examples in Context
Text: 'Sorry, just saw this!' (Translation: I saw it but didn't respond)
Helpful Tips
1Usually not true
2Polite fiction
3Don't call out
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
Just catching up
Late response
Saw it now
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