If only I did go to the barbecue instead of staying at home. vs If only I went to the barbecue instead of staying at home.

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. The first phrase 'if only I did go to the barbecue instead of staying at home' is used when emphasizing the action of going to the barbecue, while the second phrase 'if only I went to the barbecue instead of staying at home' is more commonly used and straightforward in expressing the regret of not going to the barbecue.

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If only I did go to the barbecue instead of staying at home.

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to emphasize the action of going to the barbecue. It is less common than the alternative phrase.

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Maybe he didn't go to the barbecue.
Welcome to the barbecue I didn't know I was throwing.
Let's just go to the barbecue, all right?
I hear they're coming to the barbecue.
I said I would bring a dessert to the barbecue.
Joaquín Treviño is coming to the barbecue today.
We invited her to the barbecue next week.
Danny is a really nice guy, and I know you're not going to the barbecue.
Are you boys coming to the barbecue tonight?
You can't ground me at another house! I have to go to the barbecue!
If only I had married Jim instead of that musician,
I did go to the police.
I did go to medical school.
Nice try, Heather, but I did go to magic camp, so...
Not die but I did go to the hospital.
I did go to the hospital first.
I did go to I.A.D. because I didn't want my husband disciplined.
I didn't even graduate from college, although, in my defense, I did go to four of them.
If only I could look as I did then...
If only I didn't have to share your cooking with other people.

Alternatives:

if only I went to the barbecue instead of staying at home.

If only I went to the barbecue instead of staying at home.

This phrase is commonly used in English.

This phrase is a more common way to express regret for not going to the barbecue. It is straightforward and widely understood.

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Last updated: October 30, 2024

Apr 10, 2013 ... If only I went to the barbecue instead of staying at home. 3. When Sam was a small child, he would spend hours every day playing with stones ...

Alternatives:

if only I did go to the barbecue instead of staying at home.

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If only I did go to the barbecue instead of staying at home. vs If only I went to the barbecue instead of staying at home.