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i did some research vs i've done some research

These are both correct phrases, but they have different contexts for their usage. 'I did some research' is used when referring to a specific past action, while 'I've done some research' is used when emphasizing the completion of the research with a connection to the present. They are both commonly used in English.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a specific past action.

"i did some research"

This phrase is used to talk about research that was completed in the past. It indicates a past action without a direct connection to the present.

Examples:

  • I did some research on the topic last week.
  • She did some research before making a decision.
  • Aug 30, 2021 ... Which sentence is correct "I did some research about it but I was not sure if it was worth it", or "I did some research about it but I was not ...
  • Apr 16, 2024 ... I did some research into different aspects of atoms (electron shells, stable isotopes) and would also like some help in understanding Schrödinger's model of ...
  • Jun 15, 2023 ... 234 likes, 7 comments - berlyguitars on June 15, 2023: "I think I did some research that said 9-11% of guitar players are left handed.
  • Apr 17, 2024 ... I did some research on what Prague was like during KCD. Media. Here is a short video I did about Prague and what it was like under Charles IV ...
  • Mar 16, 2020 ... I did some research into what a true Warrior is when prepping for our tv show WARRIOR and I'm reminded of it now with all that is going on ...
  • Oct 13, 2023 ... I did some research on the profitability of chickens. Discussion. I have played Farming Simulator 22 for over 300 hours and I have always ...
  • May 29, 2024 ... For AngeloM1220 Only I did some research and their entities do appear legitimate. I did reached back to them requesting.
  • Mar 1, 2023 ... I did some research/testing on how to get stable frames per second and performance with the enhanced graphics engine on a Laptop with ...
  • Sep 30, 2024 ... Many people have asked how to help, so I did some research. This article by Blue Ridge Public Radio has some excellent information.

Alternatives:

  • I conducted some research
  • I performed some research
  • I carried out some research
  • I undertook some research
  • I completed some research

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when emphasizing the completion of the research with a connection to the present.

"i've done some research"

This phrase is used to talk about research that has been completed with a connection to the present. It emphasizes the relevance of the past action to the current situation.

Examples:

  • I've done some research on the topic, so I can provide more information.
  • They've done some research and are ready to present their findings.
  • Aug 12, 2019 ... I've done some research before I start playing Terraria (rly hyped) I now know that a world only has one certain set of ores. Is this table ...
  • Sep 8, 2024 ... I've done some research and some surveys on this, and a significant number of people see these "vanity" awards as a red flag - both for ...
  • Sep 5, 2024 ... Looking for a Mecha ttrpg, and I've done some research but... Game Suggestion. The title, I've read several posts and seen some stuff ...
  • Mar 2, 2011 ... Is it alright to say: "I've done some research and the hotels nearby are expensive." Or do you need to say: "I've done some research and ...
  • Jul 12, 2014 ... I've done some research and still can't get it top accept a charge. When I plug in the charger, nothing happens. The white charging light ...
  • May 5, 2024 ... Surprise! I've done some research · 51% live in a two-person household; 81% own their home; · 77% have no one under 17-years-old living at home; ...
  • I've done some research on this and basically there is no way to do this today unless one uses an API, say the vSphere API to query the vSphere server for ...
  • Dec 25, 2023 ... I keep on getting this error I've done some research and I've not found any solution anyone please help · thatboywest December 25, 2023, 9 ...
  • Feb 24, 2018 ... Author Topic: i've done some research on the dreaded kea. (Read 3361 times). JadeToad. Bay Watcher; Shells and rocks are ...

Alternatives:

  • I have conducted some research
  • I have performed some research
  • I have carried out some research
  • I have undertaken some research
  • I have completed some research

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