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Had this mug since last year vs Have this mug since last year

The correct phrase is "have had this mug since last year." This phrase is used to indicate that the action of having the mug started in the past and continues up to the present. The combination of "have" and "had" is necessary to convey the correct meaning.

Last updated: March 25, 2024

Had this mug since last year

This phrase is incorrect. It should be "have had this mug since last year."

Incorrect usage. The correct phrase should use both "have" and "had" to convey the correct meaning of having the mug since last year.

Alternatives:

  • have had this mug since last year

Have this mug since last year

This phrase is incorrect. It should be "have had this mug since last year."

Incorrect usage. The correct phrase should use both "have" and "had" to convey the correct meaning of having the mug since last year.

Alternatives:

  • have had this mug since last year

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