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If I had gotten married that early you would not have met me. vs Im glad you did not.

The two phrases are not directly comparable as they convey different meanings. The first phrase talks about a hypothetical situation in the past, while the second phrase expresses gratitude for a specific event not happening. Within their particular contexts, they are both correct.
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If I had gotten married that early you would not have met me.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to talk about a hypothetical situation in the past and its consequences.

This phrase is used to express a hypothetical situation in the past that did not happen and the resulting outcome. It is often used in conditional sentences to talk about unreal or unlikely situations.

Examples:

  • If I had studied harder, I would have passed the exam.
  • If she had taken the earlier flight, she would have arrived on time.
  • If they had listened to the advice, they wouldn't be in trouble now.
  • If he had known about the party, he would have come.
  • If it had rained, the game would have been canceled.

Im glad you did not.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express gratitude for a specific event not happening.

This phrase is used to show relief or happiness that a particular event or action did not occur. It is often used in response to a situation that could have had negative consequences.

Examples:

  • I'm glad you did not miss the train.
  • I'm glad you did not forget to bring the keys.
  • I'm glad you did not get hurt in the accident.
  • I'm glad you did not lose your wallet.
  • I'm glad you did not give up on your dreams.
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