I have to do something vs i should do something

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey a similar meaning but with a slight difference in nuance. 'I have to do something' implies a sense of obligation or necessity, while 'I should do something' suggests a recommendation or advice.

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I have to do something

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a sense of obligation or necessity.

This phrase is used when there is a requirement or duty to perform a certain task or action.

Examples:

I have to finish this report by tomorrow.
She has to attend the meeting this afternoon.
We have to leave early to catch the train.
He has to study for his exams.
They have to complete the project by the deadline.

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I have to do something for the war effort.
I mean, I have to do something to hide this.
I have to do something for the family.
I have to do something for work.
Maybe I have to do something more with my painting.
I have to do something to break the chain somehow.
I have to do something that I really care about.
But I have to do something first.
I have to do something before one more of our girls dies.
Wendy, I have to do something.
I have to do something truly appalling.
Watch out... I have to do something.
I have to do something about this insult.
Amelia came to me, and I have to do something.
I'll be right back. I have to do something.
Guys, I know this is a long shot, But I have to do something to find her.
I have to do something with him tonight that's going to be really painful.
That's why I have to do something really horrible so they fire me and I can collect unemployment.
That's why I have to do something really horrible so they fire me and I can collect unemployment.
But even though Anna is not there, I have to do something.

Alternatives:

I must do something
I need to do something
I am required to do something
I am obligated to do something
I am compelled to do something

i should do something

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to suggest a recommendation or advice.

This phrase is used to indicate that something is the right thing to do or is advisable.

Examples:

You should call your parents more often.
She should take a break and relax.
We should start working on the project early.
He should apologize for his mistake.
They should consider all options before making a decision.

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I just feel like I should do something.
You think I should do something.
I figured I should do something special.
I feel like I should do something to impress her.
I understand, but you tell me if I should do something.
I should do something, something to make it up to him.
So I should do something about this, right?
Every time I feel like I should do something about it, I find myself reaching for my inhaler.
As you were kind enough to offer me a room until I found my own residence, I thought I should do something to repay you.
I feel like I should do something, but maybe I should just stay out of it.
I should do something for myself to show that I love myself.
Because she quit, and I feel like I should do something.
Maybe I should do something before it spirals out of control?
I realize I've never liked it When my mother tries to control my life, So I should do something
You hear somebody screaming in the street in the middle of the night, you think, "I should do something," but you don't, you wait.
"I have to get that. I need more. I'm not worthy. And I should do something."
I should do something.
I should do something for you.
And I should do something."
Pastor Patricia said I should do something for someone else.

Alternatives:

I ought to do something
I am supposed to do something
I am advised to do something
I am recommended to do something
It would be wise to do something

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I have to do something vs i should do something