In Which It Was Practical

Miranda's response to her close friend after the accident was something along the lines of, "I hoped the accident may alter you, but it made you worse," delivered in a tone that was so forceful that it was practically shouting.

Despite what the statement would have led one to believe, Lisa did not hold the position that was described in it. Instead, she had a different position.

When the phone rang, everyone expected Miranda to be the one to answer it, so they all waited for her to pick it up.

"Well, to tell you the truth, if I'm being absolutely honest..." 

When it looked like John was going to say something, the other person interrupted him and put a stop to him talking.

You swore to me that you loved me, but then one day you shocked me by letting me know that you no longer have any feelings for me at all. 

You told me that you loved me, but then you told me that you no longer feel any emotion toward me at all. I am confused by this.