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I have been told different vs I have been told otherwise

Both phrases are correct, but have slightly different meanings and contexts. 'I have been told different' implies you've been informed about something that's different from what was previously understood or expected. On the other hand, 'I have been told otherwise' suggests you've received information that contradicts a previous statement or belief.
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I have been told different

This phrase is correct and can be used to indicate that you have received information that is different from what was previously known or expected.

This phrase is typically used to convey that the information received is contrary to what was initially believed or understood.

Examples:

  • I have been told different about the meeting time.
  • She said she would come, but I have been told different.
  • He thought the project was due next week, but I have been told different.
  • They promised to help, but I have been told different now.
  • The price was supposed to be lower, but I have been told different.
  • Nov 18, 2018 ... I have been told different numbers by different doctors ranging from 3000 to 5500 grafts. My donor area is good so I do not attach a photo.
  • 5 days ago ... ... I have been told different things: I got told it needed to MP3 and put in a document in the Kindle document section and that didn't show and ...
  • Jul 1, 2017 ... Again I have been told different things such as it would work and that it would not. I use a KVM switch between 2 computers and that uses a ...
  • Aug 3, 2024 ... Wait around 30 days for a response & I'm denied again. I have been told different things each and every time speak with someone, just about ...
  • Dec 27, 2023 ... I have been told different options to use, such as python, the output tool, the dynamic rename tool, but I'm not sure which one of these, if ...
  • Aug 31, 2023 ... I have been told different things so please could someone tell me what's best to bring money wise does everywhere take card it is the ...
  • Mar 1, 2016 ... Hi there, I have been told different things by different people. I sold my mineral rights in Texas and there was no 1099.
  • Sep 17, 2013 ... A very simple question but I have been told different things by different people and wanted to see what the consensus is from the community.
  • Aug 19, 2023 ... Ok - from the looks of it, I'm not the only one with key fob issues - but I have been told different stories. Here's the story: Brought my ...
  • Oct 27, 2024 ... I have been told different things by different doctors: GI said to take both for 6 months, another doctor told me to only take Florastor and ...

Alternatives:

  • I have been told otherwise
  • I have received conflicting information
  • I have been informed differently
  • I have been given a different account
  • I have been told something else

I have been told otherwise

This phrase is correct and is used to indicate that you have received information that contradicts a previous statement or belief.

This phrase is commonly used to convey that the new information received goes against what was previously stated or understood.

Examples:

  • She said the store was closed, but I have been told otherwise.
  • I thought he was on vacation, but I have been told otherwise.
  • They claimed it was impossible, but I have been told otherwise.
  • The report said one thing, but I have been told otherwise.
  • He assured me it was true, but I have been told otherwise.
  • Oct 29, 2021 ... Simon is a Wegie? I thought he was a Nebelung but I have been told otherwise. He shares a lot of the characteristics of both breeds, and I'm really curious to ...
  • PTC have told me this is not possible but I have been told otherwise by some members of the exploder. Just wondering if anybody can definitively say that ...
  • Oct 17, 2020 ... Hi guys can someone provide me with the authenticity of this verse cause I have been told otherwise. ... Archived post. New comments cannot be ...
  • May 5, 2022 ... Will it work or do I need a step-up transformer. The specs state that the speaker and sub work 100 to 250v but I have been told otherwise. Can ...
  • Apr 15, 2024 ... ... i have been told otherwise. anything would help thank you :). Back to top. #2 Pilesar. Pilesar. Gold Member. Members; 1,477 posts. Posted 15 ...
  • Jan 29, 2021 ... I originally thought the spreadsheet was official and to be used, but now I have been told otherwise? too long; dont read if you dont want ...
  • Jan 5, 2019 ... I ask because I have been told otherwise and I was confused as I thought they must all be as its a Muslim country. All related (34). Recommended.
  • Jan 27, 2014 ... Just covering my bases because I have been told otherwise. Thanks Kris A FlashScan device must always be present when saving a tune file for use ...
  • Sep 19, 2017 ... ... I have been told otherwise. I appreciate all recommendations. Thank you. jim rosenthal. 09-19-2017, 02:15 PM. Interesting question. I don't ...
  • QUESTION: I have heard for along time that elephant ears are poisonous to both children and animals. But here recently I have been told otherwise. I love ...

Alternatives:

  • I have been told different
  • I have received conflicting information
  • I have been informed differently
  • I have been given a different account
  • I have been told something else

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