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ran a report vs Run a report

Both 'ran a report' and 'run a report' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Ran a report' is past tense, while 'run a report' is present tense. The choice between them depends on the timeframe you are referring to.

Last updated: March 21, 2024

ran a report

This phrase is correct when referring to the past tense.

Use 'ran a report' when you want to talk about the action of generating a report that has already been completed in the past.

Examples:

  • Yesterday, I ran a report on the sales data.
  • She ran a report on the project progress last week.

Alternatives:

  • generated a report
  • produced a report
  • created a report
  • compiled a report
  • completed a report

Run a report

This phrase is correct when referring to the present tense.

Use 'run a report' when you want to talk about the action of generating a report in the present or future.

Examples:

  • I need to run a report on the inventory levels for next month.
  • Can you run a report on the website traffic for this week?

Alternatives:

  • generate a report
  • produce a report
  • create a report
  • compile a report
  • complete a report

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