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I didn't get a taxi vs I couldn't get a taxi

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. 'I didn't get a taxi' implies that the speaker did not manage to obtain a taxi for some reason, while 'I couldn't get a taxi' suggests that the speaker tried but was unsuccessful in getting a taxi.

Last updated: March 31, 2024 • 3571 views

I didn't get a taxi

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker did not obtain a taxi for some reason.

Alternatives:

  • I failed to get a taxi
  • I was unable to get a taxi

I couldn't get a taxi

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to convey that the speaker tried but was unsuccessful in getting a taxi.

Alternatives:

  • I was unable to get a taxi
  • I tried to get a taxi but failed

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