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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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Last updated: September 22, 2024 • 16608 views

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.

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Last updated: November 08, 2024

Aug 31, 2018 ... Synonym for i didn't get to see you “Meet you” implied first time seeing someone. “See you” could be either the first time or Even the 100th ...
Sep 9, 2024 ... 859 likes, 27 comments - melissafebos on September 9, 2024: "Whirlwind visit to NYC—if I didn't get to see you: I love you, next time!".
Jul 8, 2018 ... ... I didn't get to see you before you left." is correct. "Sorry I didn ... "Sorry I didn't get to see you before you left" is correct.
I didn't get to see you at NYCC, but the two people you had at your booth were LOVELY, and I got a shiny Dratini Pokemon print! Well, after a few tries ...
Aug 22, 2024 ... Uncle Russ. Shared Candle. Teresa Eisenbraun from Marion, NC, wrote on Aug. 24, 2024. I didn't get to see you much because of the distance ...
It was funny how you made my day good, even though I didn't get to see you. It seemed like everything I heard and saw reminded me of you. I may be falling ...
Jun 8, 2024 ... So many childhood memories my friend.So gutted I didn't get to see you.You fought hard .Fly high A star . Forever in my hearts.
Sorry I didn't get to see you after the party. Perdón por no ir a verte después de la fiesta. I didn't get to see what was inside it. No llegué a ver lo que ...

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.

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Last updated: November 08, 2024

May 6, 2024 ... “Kate, hi! I haven't had the chance to see you since you came on board,” said Amy. “I've been looking forward to talking with ...
Apr 19, 2021 ... Yeah, I haven't had the chance to see you on stage, even though two or three years ago you played in Darmstadt, close to where I live. But I ...
... I haven't had the chance to see you live. I'll make the effort once we are out of lockdown in Vic. 3 yrs. Alison Dunlop. Your a great person big or small!! And ...
May 28, 2024 ... ... I haven't had the chance to see you again an Mexico to have a shot of tequila my heart is falling apart knowing that your ...
While I haven't had the chance to see you in years, I hope you lived life to the fullest. May you rest in peace now and know you were so loved by so many ...
If I haven't had the chance to see you yet, please drop by. If I have, but I was too under the weather to welcome you with a handshake or hug, forgive me! I ...
Dec 2, 2022 ... RT: Sadly, I haven't had the chance to see you perform live. How do you recreate the songs in that setting? Do you work with other musicians ...
Jul 8, 2020 ... been a while...but I've been busy with school so..you'll understand with how I haven't had the chance to see you both but I've been mostly ...
Nov 18, 2020 ... Damn, how was my plan seen through even though I hadn't said anything. “I haven't had the chance to see you for a long time, Baron Slowelette.
Jessica my beautiful friend I haven't had the chance to see you in awhile but I will forever remember & miss your beautiful smile. The smile that lit up any ...

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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