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I gave my best that I could have vs I gave my best that I have

Both phrases have issues and are not correct in English. The correct form would be "I gave my best that I could."

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 851 views

I gave my best that I could have

This phrase is not correct in English. The use of "could have" in this context is incorrect.

The correct form would be "I gave my best that I could."

Alternatives:

  • I gave my best that I could
  • I did the best I could
  • I tried my best
  • I gave it my all
  • I put in my best effort

I gave my best that I have

This phrase is also not correct in English. The use of "that I have" in this context is incorrect.

The correct form would be "I gave my best that I could."

Alternatives:

  • I gave my best that I could
  • I did the best I could
  • I tried my best
  • I gave it my all
  • I put in my best effort

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