TextRanch

The best way to perfect your writing.

Discover why 1,062,726 users count on TextRanch to get their English corrected!

1. Input your text below.
2. Get it corrected in a few minutes by our editors.
3. Improve your English!

One of our experts will correct your English.

Our experts

i missed it vs i have missed it

Both "I missed it" and "I have missed it" are fine/correct, but they're used in different contexts. "I missed it" is used when referring to a specific point in the past without specifying when. On the other hand, "I have missed it" is used when the action of missing something has a connection to the present or recent past.
Miss E. profile picture

Explained by Miss E.
Editor at TextRanch

Last updated: July 21, 2024 • 51753 views

i missed it

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a specific point in the past without specifying when.

This phrase is used to express that you failed to see or experience something at a particular time in the past.

Examples:

  • I missed the bus this morning.
  • I missed the opportunity to meet her yesterday.
  • She missed the deadline for the project.
  • He missed the beginning of the movie.
  • They missed the chance to buy tickets.
  • Feb 13, 2024 ... I am so sad I missed it. Discussion. I missed the first twitch reward skin because I had no idea that it was a thing. I am a Harley main too ...
  • Aug 23, 2022 ... "I'm so sorry, Chase. I missed it. It was low the last time we did your labs 9 months ago, and I missed it." In disbelief ...
  • Apr 29, 2024 ... 14 votes, 54 comments. So the last can i needed was moonwell on the space elevator and i missed it going up. I just got to the Prestige ...
  • I Missed It. Ghostlight Media. 4.2 (5); TV REVIEWS. Latest Episode. I Missed It. Welcome to I Missed It, the podcast where we watch a show or film that one of ...
  • Mar 6, 2024 ... I missed it by one day… But I just hit 6 years at FOX59 and CBS4Indy! I am still thankful to work in my home market and love the group of ...
  • Nov 13, 2020 ... Oops, I missed it again! Written by Brandon Azad, when working at Project Zero. This is a quick anecdotal post describing one of the more ...
  • Mar 6, 2024 ... I missed it by one day… But I just hit 6 years at FOX59 and CBS4Indy! I am still thankful to work in my home market and love the group of ...
  • Or have I missed it? QSPICE · kgfaison July 6, 2023, 8:24pm 1. Any plans for a smith chart? I had two other questions but just found the answers on own so ...
  • Nov 22, 2019 ... Red Dimmer (child) notification help w/ Hubitat - Maybe I missed it somewhere · Switches General Discussion · device-driver · gijosh28 November ...
  • May 10, 2024 ... The aurora in my neighborhood- I missed it. My son texted me … so now I'm in the car and headed North at 12:45.

Alternatives:

  • I didn't see it.
  • I failed to catch it.
  • I overlooked it.
  • I didn't make it in time.
  • I let it slip by.

i have missed it

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when the action of missing something has a connection to the present or recent past.

This phrase is used to indicate that you have failed to see or experience something and that this failure has relevance to the present moment.

Examples:

  • I have missed the bus, so I'll be late for work.
  • She has missed the deadline, and now she has to ask for an extension.
  • He has missed the beginning of the meeting, so he doesn't know what was discussed.
  • They have missed the chance to apply for the scholarship.
  • We have missed the opportunity to buy the tickets at a discount.
  • Apr 5, 2020 ... r/AnimalCrossing - how could i have missed it. Upvote 7.9K Downvote 47 Go to comments
  • Apr 6, 2021 ... I just came across this view for portfolios: Milestones progress instead of tasks. I cannot believe I have missed it all this time.
  • Sep 21, 2024 ... Turkey chili is back! I have missed it soooo bad! Much better than their other chilis. So I stocked up! Product Discussion.
  • Sep 26, 2024 ... How could I have missed it!?! My two daughters are my biggest joy in life. I remember feeling so sad as they grew, with each new phase of their ...
  • May 16, 2023 ... Unless I have missed it, I was hoping if this is something that can be implemented. I have mirrored status on a high level board and would ...
  • Mar 24, 2016 ... I want to say: "Yes, it's massive; how could I have missed it?" My translation: "Oui, elle est massive; comment puis-je la rater?"
  • Jun 2, 2024 ... Unless I have missed it, this claim is not being made on broadcast or Twitter (where it's open to challenge) but on programmatic online ...
  • ... i have missed it on my similar products.. Does not matter if i have the equipment or not it was a suggestion. Been a tech for over 40 years and have found ...
  • Jun 9, 2022 ... Please point me to it if I have missed it. Thanks! kazurayam June 10, 2022, 12:04am 2. gea.reinink: I have seen this function in other ...

Alternatives:

  • I failed to see it.
  • I have overlooked it.
  • I didn't catch it in time.
  • I have let it slip by.
  • I have failed to take advantage of it.

Related Comparisons

What Our Customers Are Saying

Our customers love us! We have an average rating of 4.79 stars based on 283,125 votes.
Also check out our 2,100+ reviews on TrustPilot (4.9TextRanch on TrustPilot).

Why choose TextRanch?

Lowest prices
Up to 50% lower than other online editing sites.

Fastest Times
Our team of editors is working for you 24/7.

Qualified Editors
Native English experts for UK or US English.

Top Customer Service
We are here to help. Satisfaction guaranteed!