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I have been hiding it for a long time vs I had hide it it for a long time

The correct phrase is "I have been hiding it for a long time." The second phrase, "I had hide it for a long time," is incorrect because the verb "hide" should be in the past participle form "hidden" after the auxiliary verb "had."

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 1596 views

I have been hiding it for a long time

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate an action that started in the past and is still ongoing. It emphasizes the duration of the action.

Examples:

  • I have been hiding my feelings for a long time.
  • She has been hiding the truth from us for months.
  • They have been hiding their relationship from their families for years.
  • Jun 27, 2012 ... It really hurt me that she didn't support my dream, I have been hiding it for a long time because I was afraid of this exact thing. I've told a few ...
  • Sep 18, 2014 ... And I just spit it out and said I am transgender and I have been hiding it for a long time and I need you to know that.” Lydon said Clark reacted in ...

I had hide it it for a long time

This phrase is incorrect in English.


Alternatives:

  • I had hidden it for a long time.
  • I hid it for a long time.
  • I have hidden it for a long time.
  • I was hiding it for a long time.
  • I have been hiding it for a long time.

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