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as soon as I saw vs as soon as I've seen

Both phrases are correct, but they're used in different contexts. "As soon as I saw" is used to describe an immediate action or reaction that happened in the past, while "as soon as I've seen" is used to indicate a recent action that has an impact on the present.
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as soon as I saw

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe an immediate action or reaction that occurred in the past.

Examples:

  • As soon as I saw the accident, I called for help.
  • I knew I had to leave as soon as I saw the angry expression on his face.
  • Sep 8, 2020 ... As soon as I saw this I knew what had to happen... pancake rug! · Comments Section.
  • Aug 31, 2024 ... 5511 likes, 34 comments - itslopez on August 31, 2024: "As soon as I saw this Genshin and Pop Mart collab I knew I had to have themmmmm  ...
  • Mar 29, 2022 ... As soon as I saw today's teaser I had to make an inspired BOTW logo for the sequel!! LMK what you guys think!!!
  • Mar 22, 2023 ... There are two clauses, separated by a comma, in. As soon as I saw her, I recognized her. The second clause is the main clause.
  • May 8, 2024 ... As soon as I saw this scene from Amphibia's "Little Frogtown", I knew I had to make a meme out of it.
  • Dec 18, 2021 ... I had never seen this screenshot and as soon as I saw it by chance, I was completely fascinated by its beauty. Notice the cute creature on the ...
  • "As soon as I saw the pictures, I said, 'Oh, there's going to be a big mess tomorrow.'"
  • Aug 16, 2024 ... r/footballcards - Knew I needed this as soon as I saw the listing! 2. 64 upvotes · ...
  • I Knew As Soon As I Saw Him. Submitted by: Brie. Sofia, Bulgaria. A blessed 25-year-old that finally found 'The One' she was looking for. Hello Everyone! I ...

Alternatives:

  • the moment I saw
  • right after I saw
  • immediately after I saw
  • upon seeing
  • once I saw

as soon as I've seen

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate a recent action that has an impact on the present.

Examples:

  • As soon as I've seen the movie, I will let you know my thoughts.
  • I'll make a decision as soon as I've seen all the options.
  • As soon as I've seen the new frog model by Kota Imai I fell in love with it, and I suddenly felt the urgency to design one myself. This is what I came up...
  • As soon as I've seen some credible report that there is an "install as admin" option (and that it works) I'll start sharing it. Basics - Help menu ...
  • Nov 26, 2019 ... ... as soon as I've seen it.:) Yesterday was the day and, despite a couple of tweeks to cope with there was on the pantry, it was a smashing hit ...
  • Feb 3, 2014 ... So what did Smith make of this year's artistic contributions? “I'm trying to think, I generally forget everything as soon as I've seen it,” he ...
  • May 14, 2022 ...As soon as I've seen it falling, I wasn't thinking of anyone else,” Gerrard would say later. “I was hitting it.” It's not called 'The ...
  • Better late than never. Installed it as soon as I've seen the announcement. Updated. 8/ ...
  • Mar 30, 2010 ... I'll let you know what I think as soon as I've seen it, hopefully this weekend. I've been quite busy at night recently, and soon I'll be ...
  • Mar 20, 2018 ... ... as soon as I've seen their message, and wondering if something is wrong if I don't reply straight away." According to dating coach James ...

Alternatives:

  • once I've seen
  • after I've seen
  • when I've seen
  • as soon as I have seen
  • immediately after I've seen

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