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i did a while ago vs a while ago i did

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. The choice between them depends on the emphasis you want to give to the time frame or the action. 'I did a while ago' emphasizes the action, while 'A while ago I did' emphasizes the time frame.

Last updated: March 15, 2024

i did a while ago

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when you want to emphasize the action that was done in the past, with 'a while ago' providing the time frame.

Examples:

  • I did a while ago what you asked me to do.

Alternatives:

  • I did something a while ago.

a while ago i did

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when you want to emphasize the time frame in the past, with 'I did' following to indicate the action.

Examples:

  • A while ago I did mention it to him.

Alternatives:

  • I did mention it to him a while ago.

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