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could have guided us vs could have conducted us

The correct phrase is 'could have guided us.' 'Guided' is the appropriate verb to use in this context when referring to leading or showing the way. 'Conducted' is not commonly used in this context.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 529 views

could have guided us

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when referring to someone leading or showing the way to a destination or goal.

Examples:

  • He could have guided us through the forest.
  • The tour guide could have guided us to the museum.
  • She could have guided us in the right direction.
  • I don't think that any other agent could have guided us by providing us with such great info about neighborhoods in Bradenton, Sarasota, and ultimately Venice.
  • I don't believe there is anyone within several states of us that could have guided us with such aplomb. And a bonus? They are super nice people with a lot of ...
  • “There were so many obstacles that faced us and only the Lord could have guided us through them . . . we thank the Lord for providing the means, and the ...
  • "As excited -- and nervous -- first-time home buyers, we did a lot of our homework , but I don't think anyone could have guided us better than Kim did. With every ...

Alternatives:

  • could have shown us
  • could have led us
  • could have directed us
  • could have steered us
  • could have pointed us in the right direction

could have conducted us

This phrase is not commonly used in English in this context.

  • May 9, 2012 ... The young waitress who could have conducted us to a breakfast table at the back of the room but suggested instead that we wait briefly while ...

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