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i've activated vs i actived

The correct phrase is "I've activated." The second phrase, "I actived," is incorrect in English. The correct form uses the auxiliary verb "have" (I've) to form the present perfect tense.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 3804 views

i've activated

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is the contraction of "I have activated." It is used to indicate that the action of activating something was completed in the past and has relevance to the present.

Examples:

  • I've activated the alarm system.
  • I've activated the new software on my computer.
  • I've activated the Touch Phone between you and the Soviet command.
  • I've activated the emergency suppression system.
  • I've activated 300 special agents, coordinated with rangers and local assets.
  • I've activated the charge in your head.
  • I'm not even sure I've activated that yet.

i actived

This phrase is incorrect in English and should not be used.


Alternatives:

  • I activated
  • I have activated
  • I was activated
  • I had activated
  • I will activate

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