I just wanted to check vs I just want to check

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'I just wanted to check' is used when referring to something that you wanted to do in the past, while 'I just want to check' is used when referring to something you want to do in the present or future.

Last updated: April 04, 2024 • 673 views

I just wanted to check

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to something you wanted to do in the past.

This phrase is used when you want to express that you had a desire to check something in the past. It implies that the desire has already been fulfilled or is no longer relevant.

Examples:

I just wanted to check if you received my email yesterday.
She said she just wanted to check if the door was locked before leaving.

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I just wanted to check the basketball scores.
I just wanted to check your temperature.
I just wanted to check that there's a dress in my closet.
I just wanted to check in with you before I left.
I just wanted to check out the lending library.
Cynthia, look, I just wanted to check on Chris.
I just wanted to check on Danny.
I just wanted to check our names are on the list, 'cause I'm with some really important people.
Well, I just wanted to check in on Dr. Sinclair first.
I just wanted to check if he's for real.
It's a commercial break, so I just wanted to check the scores.
I just wanted to check on my rental.
I just wanted to check your bod.
OK, fine, I just wanted to check it.
I just wanted to check here first.
I just wanted to check whether the passport's ready.
I just wanted to check on Will myself.
I just wanted to check in with you about tomorrow.
Dr. Stroman, I just wanted to check up on our patient.
I just wanted to check you had everything you need.

Alternatives:

I just wanted to make sure
I just wanted to verify

I just want to check

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to something you want to do in the present or future.

This phrase is used when you want to express that you have a desire to check something in the present or future. It implies that the desire is current or ongoing.

Examples:

I just want to check if the meeting is still on for tomorrow.
He said he just wants to check the status of the project.

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I just want to check some fantasy scores.
I just want to check my e-mail real quick.
I just want to check the circuit relay.
So, you've heard both cases now, and I just want to check your temperatures again.
I just want to check out the amenities.
I just want to check your gums.
Locking these, and then I just want to check on the baby.
I know the card is in his name. I just want to check the charges.
I bought a vase last week and it's still in the box, and I just want to check to see what they used to pack it...
I just want to check my friend, okay?
I just want to check for that label that says "Made in the U.S.A."
I just want to check something.
I just want to check my messages.
I just want to check this out.
I just want to check the charges.
I just want to check something out.
I just want to check one...
Only we're clearly going for a medieval vibe, so I just want to check we've got the right props.
No, I just want to check out the score.
I just want to check in with my house.

Alternatives:

I just need to check
I just have to check

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