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"I have updated" vs "I just updated"

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'I have updated' is used to indicate that the action of updating has been completed at some point in the past and the result is still relevant. 'I just updated' is used to convey that the action of updating was very recent, emphasizing the immediacy of the update.

Last Updated: March 26, 2024

I have updated

This is correct

Use this phrase when talking about something that you have made current.

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Some examples from our editors:

  • I have updated our records; you shouldn't receive another call from us.
  • I have updated all of his information; he is now included in our local directory.
  • I have updated John on the situation.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • I updated
  • I have brought it up to date
  • I have informed
  • I have explained

I just updated

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that the action of updating was very recent, emphasizing the immediacy of the update.

This phrase is used to convey that an update was done very recently, highlighting the immediacy of the action.

Alternatives:

  • I updated just now
  • I updated a moment ago
  • I updated recently
  • I updated not long ago

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