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if he forgot vs if he forgets

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "If he forgot" is used when talking about a past event or situation. "If he forgets" is used when talking about a future event or situation.
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if he forgot

This phrase is correct when referring to a past event or situation.

Use "if he forgot" when talking about something that happened in the past and you are discussing a hypothetical situation or consequence.

Examples:

  • If he forgot his keys, he would have been locked out of the house.
  • I would have helped him if he forgot the directions.
  • Jan 11, 2021 ... If he forgot his phone at the bar, how was he able to send Lily a voice message when he was in the subway? Upvote 595. Downvote 67 Go to ...
  • Jul 28, 2018 ... How would you feel if he forgot yours? You would likely feel that he doesn't care enough to remember the day you were born. Grow up. Upvote ...
  • Dec 28, 2021 ... It doesnt matter if he forgot. There are consequences. Dont focus on his responses. Focus on the outcome. Upvote 6. Downvote Reply reply
  • Mar 27, 2024 ... This guy mentioned how it's a red flag if a woman can't pay for the guy's coffee if he forgot his wallet on the first date.
  • Jan 26, 2016 ... How to ask my boss to verify if he forgot to do something? ... I've started as an intern in a university research lab recently and am under the ...
  • Apr 18, 2020 ... If he forgot the passcode the phone should be locked and disabled. If that's the case, follow these instructions.
  • If He Forgot Valentine's Day {or your Birthday…or Mother's Day…} 26 Comments / Marriage / By Bethany Lotulelei. Last week as I scrolled through facebook ...
  • Sep 8, 2024 ... If He Forgot My Birthday, Should I Get Revenge? It can be tempting to get revenge if your husband forgot your birthday, but this is NEVER the ...
  • Feb 28, 2018 ... Then, if he forgot his main password as well, here are your options: If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or ...
  • Oct 8, 2008 ... if he forgot 1 year then i would be sort of upset? for the whole thing that he doesnt get you anything i understand. and boys, its not cuz we ...

Alternatives:

  • if he had forgotten
  • if he had forgotten
  • if he had not remembered
  • if he had not recalled
  • if he had not recollected

if he forgets

This phrase is correct when referring to a future event or situation.

Use "if he forgets" when discussing a hypothetical future situation or consequence.

Examples:

  • If he forgets his lines, the play will be a disaster.
  • I will remind him if he forgets the meeting time.
  • May 31, 2017 ... ... if he forgets then do try to step ahead and make your birthday worth by letting him know and that would make him more generous and h.
  • Dec 2, 2022 ...If he forgets, I shall roast him.” Books. r/lotr - PPPS. I hope Butterbur ...
  • Feb 2, 2023 ... If he forgets my birthday and doesn't get me anything that's is not a problem to me. I'm ok with that because my birthday is mine to ...
  • Aug 13, 2024 ... and what if he forgets the sugar???. General Discussion (May Contain Spoilers Throughout Franchise).
  • Sep 30, 2023 ... Originally Answered: What should a boyfriend do if he forgets his first anniversary? Should the girlfriend just forgive him or get angry ...
  • Oct 22, 2023 ... I don't really mind if he forgets to wish me..we both hate our bdays anyway. But! I don't feel bad about it bc I know him well at this point ...
  • Oct 3, 2020 ... My thoughts are if he forgets your birthday in the beginning, what is it like going to be down the line. Need opinions. Thanks. October 3 ...
  • Sep 30, 2022 ... ... avatar · cas882004. • 2y ago •. Idk and idc. If he forgets I'm over him, that's the one day a year that's for me. Upvote 3. Downvote Award
  • if he forgets I will sit on my hands until my opponent finally remembers to press the clock. I will never make a move. actually until he has pressed the ...
  • Dec 28, 2021 ... If he forgets again , he should write it twenty times , and so on.. ime this helped me . I wrote down things in life my boss would tell me in ...

Alternatives:

  • if he were to forget
  • if he were to forget
  • if he fails to remember
  • if he fails to recall
  • if he fails to recollect

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