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I would fight vs I fought

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I would fight' is used to express a hypothetical situation or a future possibility, while 'I fought' is used to talk about a past action that has already happened.

Last updated: March 20, 2024 • 590 views

I would fight

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a hypothetical situation or a future possibility.

Use 'I would fight' when you want to talk about a hypothetical situation or a future possibility where you are willing to engage in a fight.

Examples:

  • If someone threatened my family, I would fight to protect them.
  • If I were in your shoes, I would fight for what I believe in.
  • Aug 24, 2015 ... Holloway: I would fight McGregor any day of the week. Rising UFC featherweight contender Max Holloway wants a rematch with the last man to ...
  • 'I would fight in Syria today if I could'. 15 July 2014. From the section UK. People walk through the rubble of collapsed buildings in Aleppo, Syria Image caption ...
  • Nov 18, 2015 ... Oscar De La Hoya -- I Would Fight Mayweather ... If I Was 5 Years Younger. Oscar De La Hoya I Would Fight Mayweather ... If I Was 5 Years ...
  • 'I would fight in Syria today if I could'. 15 July 2014. From the section UK. People walk through the rubble of collapsed buildings in Aleppo, Syria Image caption ...

Alternatives:

  • I would be willing to fight
  • I would engage in a fight
  • I would stand up and fight
  • I would not back down from a fight
  • I would defend myself in a fight

I fought

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to talk about a past action that has already happened.

Use 'I fought' when you want to describe a past action of engaging in a fight or conflict.

Examples:

  • Last night, I fought with my brother over the remote control.
  • During the war, I fought bravely for my country.
  • Jul 2, 2008 ... "I Fought the Law" by The Clash Listen ad-free with YouTube Red. Show more ... Bobby Fuller Four - I Fought The Law(1966) - Duration: 2:17.
  • "I Fought the Law" is a song written by Sonny Curtis of the Crickets and popularized by a remake by the Bobby Fuller Four, which went on to become a top-ten hit ...
  • Breakin' rocks in the hot sun. I fought the law and the law won. I fought the law and the law won. I needed money 'cause I had none. I fought the law and the law  ...
  • Breakin' rocks in the hot sun. I fought the law and the law won. I fought the law and the law won. I needed money 'cause I had none. I fought the law and the law  ...

Alternatives:

  • I engaged in a fight
  • I was involved in a fight
  • I battled with someone
  • I had a conflict with someone
  • I stood up for myself in a fight

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