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I mentioned vs I have mentioned

Both 'I mentioned' and 'I have mentioned' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I mentioned' is simple past tense and is used to refer to a specific time in the past when something was brought up. 'I have mentioned' is present perfect tense and is used to indicate that the action of mentioning occurred at an unspecified time before now.

Last updated: March 26, 2024 • 4967 views

I mentioned

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'I mentioned' when you want to refer to a specific time in the past when you brought something up.

Examples:

  • I mentioned the new project during the meeting yesterday.
  • She mentioned her travel plans to me last week.
  • Apr 1, 2023 ... Some people say that using the phrase "As I mentioned in my previous email" is rude. Is this a common mistake made by non-native English ...
  • Sep 14, 2019 ... ... r/BladeAndSorcery - Much better example of the tiered weapon system I mentioned in my. Upvote 939. Downvote 64 Go to comments
  • Jul 29, 2024 ... Have I mentioned how excited I am to be part of the author team behind THE KIDS IN MRS. Z'S CLASS? It's a first-of-its-kind series about all ...
  • Oct 23, 2024 ... Finally launching the MagSafe Dock I mentioned a while back. New ...
  • Oct 25, 2024 ... 646 likes, 57 comments - therealmaxipriest on October 25, 2024: "A while ago, I mentioned to my manager that I wanted to do something ...
  • Sep 18, 2024 ... I mentioned it last week in my "Chat with Pat," but for those who missed it, I'm honored to announce that I will be performing at the Roger ...
  • Oct 20, 2021 ... So I mentioned recently that I have some news to share... Shortly after having my baby boy last summer I was shocked and surprised to learn ...
  • Sep 16, 2024 ... This is the song I mentioned on POTUS today... YOUTUBE.COM. The Kiffness - Eating the Cats ft. Donald Trump (Debate Remix). Stream / Buy ...
  • To all of the women artists that I mentioned, I wish them nothing but continued success and continued perseverance in an industry where the odds against...

Alternatives:

  • I brought up
  • I spoke about

I have mentioned

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'I have mentioned' when you want to indicate that the action of mentioning occurred at an unspecified time before now.

Examples:

  • I have mentioned the issue to the manager several times.
  • She has mentioned her concerns about the project in the past.
  • I helped to support the establishments I have mentioned.
  • I have mentioned two important initiatives in this field in my annual report.
  • I have mentioned competitiveness, and we must therefore consider the matter of research.
  • That is true of both the bodies I have mentioned.
  • I have mentioned European actions that, unfortunately, do not bring the intended results.
  • I have mentioned these women multiple times.
  • However, I shall confine myself mainly to the thematic entities I have mentioned.
  • I have mentioned all the problems in the report and there are three important messages.
  • I have mentioned the children who are left behind.
  • There are definitely more problems than those I have mentioned.
  • Another important point that I have mentioned is Global Governance.
  • I have mentioned this Parliament's sense of responsibility.
  • I have mentioned the famous FTAA project two or three times.
  • All of the items that I have mentioned are proven and tested of their effectiveness.
  • That is what I have mentioned from Isaiah: that all the chastisements were laid upon him (Isa.
  • The adjective "cruel"; under these headings that I have mentioned, there is always that root: the human capacity for cruelty.
  • You've denied any acquaintance at all with any of the individuals that I have mentioned, including Al Capone.
  • Despite the problems I have mentioned, the world of immigrants can make a valid contribution to the consolidation of peace.
  • I have mentioned, Mr. President, one specific field of collaboration between the Church and the State.
  • Please urge the Members - in particular the Member I have mentioned - not to smoke in areas where it is forbidden.

Alternatives:

  • I have brought up
  • I have spoken about

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