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they didn't vs they don't

Both "they didn't" and "they don't" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "They didn't" is the past tense of "they don't" and is used to refer to something that was not done in the past. "They don't" is the present tense and is used to indicate something that is not done currently or as a general habit.

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they didn't

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English as the past tense of "they don't."

Use "they didn't" when referring to something that was not done in the past. For example, "They didn't go to the party last night."

Examples:

  • They didn't finish their homework yesterday.
  • They didn't eat breakfast this morning.
  • They didn't call me back.
  • They didn't like the movie.
  • They didn't understand the instructions.
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Alternatives:

  • they did not

they don't

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate something that is not done currently or as a general habit.

Use "they don't" when referring to something that is not done currently or as a general habit. For example, "They don't eat meat."

Examples:

  • They don't like spicy food.
  • They don't go to the gym.
  • They don't speak French.
  • They don't watch TV in the morning.
  • They don't drink coffee.

Alternatives:

  • they do not

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