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i thought it could be true. vs i think it could be true.

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different tenses. 'I thought it could be true' implies that the thinking happened in the past, while 'I think it could be true' indicates a current belief or opinion. The choice between them depends on whether you are referring to a past or present perspective.

Last updated: March 20, 2024 • 684 views

i thought it could be true.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express a past belief or opinion.

This phrase is used to convey that you had a particular belief or opinion in the past. It indicates that you no longer hold that belief or opinion.

Examples:

  • I thought it could be true, but now I realize I was mistaken.
  • She thought it could be true, but later found out it was a lie.
  • Nov 21, 2014 ... I thought, it could be true, we are constantly looking for something and sometimes we do not even know what it is but the feeling of freedom ...
  • I thought it could be true, because I never see that dog before when I walk my dogs outside every day. What will I do with the dog if nobody ...
  • ... the movie developed I became very curious of Luke's whereabouts and before we even saw the mellenium Falcon exit hyperspace I thought it could be true.
  • Jun 27, 2013 ... In my heart I thought it could be true. She just may be getting bored with guiding or something. I would joke around, thinking in my mind she is ...

Alternatives:

  • I used to think it could be true.
  • I believed it could be true.
  • I was under the impression it could be true.
  • I thought it was true at the time.
  • I thought it might be true.

i think it could be true.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express a current belief or opinion.

This phrase is used to convey that you currently hold a particular belief or opinion. It indicates that you believe something could be true at the present moment.

Examples:

  • I think it could be true, based on the evidence.
  • She thinks it could be true, but she's not completely sure.
  • I'm a hopeless romantic so I think it could be true , but i'm also a " believe it , when i see it " type of person , so for me to say yes it would have to actually happen ...
  • Jan 5, 2016 ... Same accent. Also Phasma does shit all in this movie. Nothing. but she got a lot of hype. I don't know if OP is correct, but i think it could be true.
  • A dog is the only animal on earth that loves you more than he loves himself! I think it could be true. 1y. Todd Foley · 1y Saved to Animals. Comments. People also ...
  • I think It could be true. Might not be. Who knows? Reddit IS where something like this would appear even if it is true. However this isn't the first time we have ...

Alternatives:

  • I believe it could be true.
  • I am of the opinion that it could be true.
  • It seems to me that it could be true.
  • In my view, it could be true.
  • From my perspective, it could be true.

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