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I didn't get to see you vs I haven't had the chance to see you

Both of these phrases are correct; however, they convey slightly different meanings. 'I didn't get to see you' implies a missed opportunity in the past, while 'I haven't had the chance to see you' suggests a lack of opportunity up to the present moment. The choice between the two phrases depends on the specific context and the nuance you'd like to convey.
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I didn't get to see you

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express a missed opportunity in the past.

This phrase is used to indicate that you were unable to see someone in the past due to circumstances or timing.

Examples:

  • I didn't get to see you at the party last night.
  • I didn't get to see you before you left for your trip.
  • Sorry I didn't get to see you after the party.
  • I didn't get to see you, so... Merry Christmas, dad.
  • I'm sorry I didn't get to see you this month.
  • I'm sorry I didn't get to see you when you left.
  • I didn't get to see you when you were in Kyoto.
  • I didn't even get to see you.
  • Mom, I'm really sorry I didn't get by to see you a few weeks ago.
  • You just got here. I didn't even get to see you.
  • I'm just sad 'cause I didn't get a chance to see you in the actual dress.
  • I didn't help you get out to see you thrown back in again.
  • I didn't get out except to see you
  • But I didn't get to see.
  • Todd, honey, just wouldn't be Thanksgiving if we didn't get to see you.
  • I didn't get to see them grow up this time.
  • I got to say, I'm a little bummed I didn't get to see Mars.
  • But I remember very well, sir, because I didn't get to see my wife that day.
  • I didn't get to see them after, though.
  • I didn't get to see it.
  • I didn't get to see his face.
  • I'm sorry I didn't get to see your son today. I was really busy.

Alternatives:

  • I missed seeing you.
  • I failed to see you.
  • I didn't have the chance to see you.

I haven't had the chance to see you

This phrase is correct and conveys the idea of not having had the opportunity to see someone up to the present moment.

This phrase is used to express that you have not had the opportunity to see someone from a past point up to the present.

Examples:

  • I haven't had the chance to see you since you moved.
  • I haven't had the chance to see you in a long time.
  • I never even had the chance to see her.
  • I wish he had the chance to see his child.
  • I had the chance to see a quarrel between Bixio and La Masa...
  • I had the chance to see the leaders who have taken really courageous steps.
  • We haven't even had the chance to see the headliner yet.
  • I never had the chance to see Mayhem with Dead, but Demonaz did so he can say something about it.
  • But, while I was gone, I've had the chance to see the world through newly-humbled eyes.
  • I never even had the chance to see her.
  • I Haven't Had The Chance To Put Together An Infrastructure.
  • I haven't had the chance to compliment you on your beautiful theater.
  • I haven't had the chance to thank you for this delightful party.
  • I haven't had the chance to plan a lot of parties lately.
  • I didn't even get a chance to say goodbye and now I'm really sad and I wish that I had the chance to see him again.
  • We used to share some classes with cinema students and we had the chance to see movies for free at the cinema.
  • Anyone who has had the chance to see the exhibits on display in some museum of horror, if I can use that turn of phrase, cannot help but feel indignation and a strong impulse to take action on this issue.
  • So have you had the chance to see Violet and Luke?
  • I haven't had the chance to tell you how excited I am that you're coming on tour with us.
  • I haven't had the chance to tell you what a pleasure it is to finally face you in court.
  • I haven't had the chance to thank you for compromising on the verification issue.
  • It's not exactly a vacation destination, so I haven't had the chance to test it.

Alternatives:

  • I haven't seen you yet.
  • I haven't had the opportunity to see you.
  • I haven't been able to see you.

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