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It's been ages since I saw you vs It's been ages since I talked you

The correct phrase is "It's been ages since I saw you." The verb "saw" is the appropriate choice when referring to seeing someone after a long time. The second phrase, "It's been ages since I talked you," is incorrect because it is missing the preposition "to" after the verb "talked."
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It's been ages since I saw you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express that a long time has passed since the speaker last saw the person they are addressing.

Examples:

  • It's been ages since I saw you! How have you been?
  • I can't believe it's been ages since I saw you last.
  • It's been ages since I saw you at that party.
  • It's been ages since I saw you in person.
  • It's been ages since I saw you around here.
  • Dec 20, 2017 ... You need an adverb ('so'). Or you could say “It's been ages since I saw you”.
  • It's been ages since I saw you – how have you been?! – “Yeah, Phuong, how long has it been now?! I'm pretty good thanks. Got a new job in Prahan and I've ...
  • Nov 11, 2010 ...It's been ages since I saw you. (This is the correct answer according to the book). Why should I use the "been"? Would it be correct if I ...
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  • Jun 8, 2019 ... “So what have you been up to?” I asked, reaching for my café allongé, “It's been ages since I saw you in “real” life.” “Everything's been ...
  • Jan 2, 2024 ... It's been ages since I saw you. Ça fait des lustres que je ne t'ai pas vu(e).>>> It's been ages since ...
  • May 9, 2024 ... Them: Oh my gosh, it's been ages since I saw you! Do you remember me? Me:.
  • Feb 27, 2013 ... In any dialect, it is informal when used hyperbolically, as in “I waited for ages”, or “It's been ages since I saw you”.
  • Feb 3, 2024 ... You need an adverb ('so'). Or you could say “It's been ages since I saw you”.
  • Oct 9, 2024 ... It's been ages since I saw you but well done all round. Like · Reply. 1 Reaction. Mandy Price. Providing practical help to change ...

It's been ages since I talked you

This phrase is incorrect in English. The preposition "to" is missing after the verb "talked."


Alternatives:

  • It's been ages since I talked to you.
  • It's been ages since I spoke to you.
  • It's been ages since I had a conversation with you.
  • It's been ages since I chatted with you.
  • It's been ages since I communicated with you.

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