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i realize that was stupid vs i realize that is stupid

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I realize that was stupid' is used when referring to a past action that was recognized as foolish. 'I realize that is stupid' is used when talking about a current situation or action that is considered foolish.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 767 views

i realize that was stupid

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a past action that was recognized as foolish.

This phrase is used to acknowledge a mistake or foolish action that occurred in the past.

Examples:

  • I realize that was a stupid thing to do.
  • I realize that was a mistake.
  • I realize that was not the best decision.
  • And I realize how stupid that was.
  • You're too stupid to realize that.
  • I was at that wonderful age before you realize that camping is stupid...
  • I realize it sounds fairly stupid.
  • You realize how stupid that was?
  • I did not realize how stupid it was until I went to bed.
  • My car's a bust, I still live in our parents' house, and apparently I'm to stupid to realize that a triangle is the same shape as a pyramid.
  • Did the yogurt-covered craisins finally realize how stupid they are and commit mass suicide?
  • You were probably too stupid to realize it.
  • And this whole terrible nightmare has made me realize just how stupid I was to push you away.
  • Look, this is a stupid idea, but right at this exact second, we have enough momentum to do something stupid before we realize how stupid it is.
  • But was too stupid to realize it
  • You know, they told me that your brother got all the brains, but I didn't realize you were this stupid.
  • You're too stupid to realize you're damning yourself.
  • Or maybe you're just too stupid to realize what you've gotten yourselves into.
  • And I was too stupid to realize it, and I lost her because of something so dumb I don't even remember.
  • The point is, does he realize how stupid he looks?
  • Do you realize how stupid I'm going to look if I call off the strike... after starting all this?
  • Do you realize how stupid you sound right now?
  • You realize how stupid it is to ignore your counsel's phone calls?

Alternatives:

  • I realized that was stupid.
  • I now see that was a foolish choice.
  • I understand that was not a smart move.

i realize that is stupid

This phrase is correct and commonly used when talking about a current situation or action that is considered foolish.

This phrase is used to express the recognition of a current foolish action or situation.

Examples:

  • I realize that is a stupid decision.
  • I realize that is not a wise choice.
  • I understand that is a foolish mistake.
  • I was at that wonderful age before you realize that camping is stupid...
  • And I realize how stupid that was.
  • You're too stupid to realize that.
  • I realize it sounds fairly stupid.
  • You realize how stupid that was?
  • I did not realize how stupid it was until I went to bed.
  • My car's a bust, I still live in our parents' house, and apparently I'm to stupid to realize that a triangle is the same shape as a pyramid.
  • Did the yogurt-covered craisins finally realize how stupid they are and commit mass suicide?
  • You were probably too stupid to realize it.
  • And this whole terrible nightmare has made me realize just how stupid I was to push you away.
  • But it made me realize that this whole surprise wedding thing is stupid.
  • Look, this is a stupid idea, but right at this exact second, we have enough momentum to do something stupid before we realize how stupid it is.
  • But was too stupid to realize it
  • You know, they told me that your brother got all the brains, but I didn't realize you were this stupid.
  • You're too stupid to realize you're damning yourself.
  • Or maybe you're just too stupid to realize what you've gotten yourselves into.
  • And I was too stupid to realize it, and I lost her because of something so dumb I don't even remember.
  • The point is, does he realize how stupid he looks?
  • Do you realize how stupid I'm going to look if I call off the strike... after starting all this?
  • Do you realize how stupid you sound right now?

Alternatives:

  • I see that is stupid.
  • I acknowledge that is foolish.
  • I am aware that is not a smart move.

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