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I already sent vs ı have already sent

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I already sent' is a simple past tense construction, while 'I have already sent' is present perfect tense. The choice between them depends on the context and the emphasis the speaker wants to convey.

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 1140 views

I already sent

This phrase is correct in the simple past tense.

This phrase is used when referring to a specific action that was completed in the past.

Some examples from our editors:

  • I already sent the email yesterday.
  • She already sent the package to the customer.
  • Dec 23, 2021 ... I already sent it” is the correct one. It happened in the past (“2 days ago”), you should thus use past tense in your sentence.
  • Jul 1, 2023 ... buyer wants a refund after i already sent out. help!! ... someone purchased an item from me today and i shipped it out to them already, two hours ...
  • May 9, 2018 ...I already sent it” is the correct one. It happened in the past (“2 days ago”), you should thus use past tense in your sentence.
  • Aug 31, 2021 ... Buyer asking about tracking info that I already sent & USPS says the package was delivered 3 days ago. QUESTION. Getting a head start on ...
  • Sep 19, 2024 ... I already sent multiple tickets for my refund ... Hello,. I've reached out to the Strava support team multiple times and submitted several tickets ...
  • Jan 18, 2006 ... I already sent you a reply (an email) is terse but correct ie in this type of context "use the search function - it's already been answered"
  • I don't want to forward an email I already sent. For that matter, I don't want to forward even an email that was sent to me. I simply want to press a button ...
  • Will you use my ACT/SAT scores if I already sent or reported them but want to be Test-Optional? URL Name: Will-you-use-my-ACTSAT-scores-if-I-already-sent-or ...
  • Jun 6, 2019 ... Why the NVc asking for documents I already sent. They asking for the same documents over and over,they will accept the documents, and ...
  • Will you use my SAT/ACT scores if I already sent or reported them but want to be Test-Optional? Sep 12, 2024 Knowledge

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • I sent it already.
  • I already forwarded it.

ı have already sent

This phrase is correct in the present perfect tense.

This phrase is used when emphasizing the completion of an action in the recent past with a connection to the present.

Examples:

  • I have already sent the report to my boss.
  • She has already sent the invitations for the party.

Alternatives:

  • I've already sent it.
  • I have sent it already.

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