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

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.

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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.

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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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i realize that was stupid vs i realize that is stupid