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But I met them a time ago vs But I have met them a time ago

The correct phrase is "but I met them a time ago." The use of the past simple tense "met" is appropriate in this context to indicate a past action that is completed. The addition of "have" in the second phrase is unnecessary and incorrect.

Last updated: March 26, 2024

But I met them a time ago

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to a past event that occurred at an unspecified time in the past. The past simple tense "met" is appropriate in this context.

But I have met them a time ago

This phrase is incorrect in English.

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