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couple of weeks ago vs couple of weeks back

Both 'couple of weeks ago' and 'couple of weeks back' are correct and commonly used in English. The phrases mean the same thing and can be used interchangeably.
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couple of weeks ago

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to a point in time that was a few weeks in the past.

Examples:

  • I saw him a couple of weeks ago at the party.
  • She mentioned it a couple of weeks ago during our meeting.
  • Feb 2, 2016 ... “A couple of weeks ago” will be correct. “A couple weeks ago” won't be noticed very much and sometimes the minor error is ignored because ...
  • Jul 29, 2024 ... I learned how to crochet a couple of weeks ago and.... Fan Art ...
  • Jul 19, 2024 ... A couple of weeks ago, we opened a shop in the Marin Country Mart. We took the moment seriously—ribbon cutting and all.
  • 2 days ago ... Broke my middle and thumb nails a couple of weeks ago. Progress. r ...
  • Sep 16, 2024 ... A couple of weeks ago, after a SERIOUSLY EPIC couple of years, I wrapped my time at Yotpo. I had the privilege of working alongside some of ...
  • Oct 7, 2024 ... 41K likes, 231 comments - legitsadierob on October 7, 2024: "A couple of weeks ago, we were in California with our little family.
  • Feb 6, 2024 ... A couple of weeks ago, I stayed @1hotel.sanfrancisco for buddy's amazing wedding. Great stay, great rooms, great bar topped off with an ...
  • Sep 24, 2024 ... A couple of weeks ago, I shared my frustration about seeing comments on a RIBA Stage 3 Electrical Services LV Schematic that felt like ...
  • A couple of weeks ago, my husband John played in a golf tournament at Loomis Trail Golf Course in Blaine, Washington. I went along on this short trip to...

Alternatives:

  • a few weeks ago
  • several weeks ago
  • a couple weeks back
  • a couple weeks ago
  • a couple of weeks earlier

couple of weeks back

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to a point in time that was a few weeks in the past.

Examples:

  • I last saw her a couple of weeks back when we went out for dinner.
  • He mentioned the project a couple of weeks back during the team meeting.
  • Oct 7, 2011 ... One of my friends was reading her writing for me and she said this sentence: "A couple of weeks back my sister had us over for dinner.
  • Oct 23, 2023 ... Hunter cosplay I did a couple of weeks back. Media. I've gotta remake ...
  • Aug 8, 2024 ... 1310 likes, 62 comments - davelee.jn on August 8, 2024: "Enjoyed spinning a couple of weeks back @thejazzcafe , nice to spin some more ...
  • Jul 6, 2023 ... Black suit Spider-Man I painted a couple of weeks back. Pop ...
  • Feb 5, 2022 ... 1519 likes, 9 comments - joelfig on February 5, 2022: "A couple of weeks back. Really love this picture of us. Really miss our @eniola.anna.
  • Oct 10, 2024 ... A couple of weeks back, I attended an event organised by EVOLVE Commerce Club at the SAS office. By chance, who was one of the speakers?
  • Sep 27, 2024 ... 118 likes, 0 comments - samgilbey on September 27, 2024: "Following on from @tbcbedford a couple of weeks back, the art auction starts ...
  • Jan 31, 2024 ... A couple of weeks back I finished up at Stripe - after three very rewarding years leading the Startup & SMB business in Asia-Pacific - to ...
  • Had an incredible session a couple of weeks back with these cats at Groove Masters Studio! New sounds soon! Photo - Taiga Kunii Photography.

Alternatives:

  • a few weeks back
  • several weeks back
  • a couple weeks ago
  • a couple weeks back
  • a couple of weeks earlier

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