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We were send documents. vs We were sent documents.

The correct phrase is "we were sent documents." The verb "send" is irregular, and its past participle form is "sent." Therefore, the second phrase is the correct one to use in this context.

Last updated: April 01, 2024

We were send documents.

This phrase is incorrect. The past participle of the verb "send" is "sent," not "send."

Incorrect usage. The verb "send" requires the past participle form "sent" in this context.

Alternatives:

  • we sent documents.
  • we have sent documents.
  • we had sent documents.
  • we will send documents.
  • we are sending documents.

We were sent documents.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Correct usage. The verb "send" in the past tense requires the past participle form "sent."

Alternatives:

  • we sent documents.
  • we have sent documents.
  • we had sent documents.
  • we will send documents.
  • we are sending documents.

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