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I never thought I would ever have a dog vs I never thought I would have a dog ever

Both phrases are correct, but the first one is more commonly used in English. The placement of the word 'ever' in the first phrase flows more naturally and is the preferred structure in this context.

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I never thought I would ever have a dog

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a common way to express surprise or disbelief about having a dog in the past. The word 'ever' is typically placed before the verb 'have.'
  • Especially considering I never thought I would ever have a dog. Ever. At 6 months old, he weighs in at just around 80 lbs. He stands a little over 2 feet tall at his ...
  • May 30, 2007 ... I'm allergic to dogs, as is my mom, and growing up I never thought I would ever have a dog. But I always kept hoping. Finally one day the doctor ...

Alternatives:

  • I never thought I would have a dog.

I never thought I would have a dog ever

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase also expresses surprise or disbelief about having a dog in the past. Placing 'ever' after 'have' is less common but still grammatically acceptable.

Alternatives:

  • I never thought I would have a dog.

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