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Saw this online vs Seen this online

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Saw this online' is used when referring to a specific instance in the past, while 'Seen this online' is used when talking about a general experience or something that has been observed multiple times.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 1360 views

Saw this online

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a specific instance in the past.

This phrase is used to describe a specific event or item that was viewed or encountered online in the past.

Examples:

  • I saw this online yesterday.
  • She saw the news online this morning.
  • Mar 5, 2015 ... FeelsSaw this online, wish it was real... (i.imgur.com). submitted 2 months ago by LargeEyedFellow · 346 comments; sharecancel. loading.
  • May 15, 2015 ... ... points 5 days ago (8 children). "saw this online" as in, "I saw this on /r/ AskReddit and re-posted it here without crediting the original source.".
  • Apr 18, 2015 ... ARTSaw this online and for a second I thought it was Hotline Miami art. (imgur. com). submitted 6 hours ago by HorusTheBlade17 · 4 comments ...
  • I Saw This Online. $50-$100 Online Daily Playing Simple Online Game by fiverrbank(m): 10:09am. How would you feel if you start generating $50-$100

Alternatives:

  • I viewed this online
  • I came across this online

Seen this online

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when talking about a general experience or something that has been observed multiple times.

This phrase is used to describe a general experience or something that has been observed multiple times online.

Examples:

  • I've seen this online many times.
  • Have you seen this online before?
  • Apr 28, 2015 ... Have you seen this online drawing tool? I didn't know what to do, but the direction said: “Drawing something.” So i did what i do with my mouse ...
  • Feb 12, 2011 ... 11 reactions to Online Dating Dilema, Have You Seen This Online Dating Mistake? Leave Your Reaction Now. Mateo says: April 8, 2011 at ...
  • bronze Medal. bronze Medal. matthewtmead1 month agoReply. Wow, this is great. I have seen this online and have it on my list to build. I will follow your 'ible!
  • Jul 11, 2013 ... If you haven't seen this online checkout in real life video, take a look and you'll understand what I mean. It doesn't stop at the checkout process, ...

Alternatives:

  • I have observed this online
  • I have come across this online

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