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where did this come from? vs Where did this came from?

The correct sentence is "Where did this come from?" When forming questions in the past simple tense, use the auxiliary verb "did" followed by the base form of the main verb (come).
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where did this come from?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is the correct way to ask about the origin or source of something in the past. It follows the structure of forming questions in the past simple tense using the auxiliary verb "did" and the base form of the main verb.

Examples:

  • Where did this come from? I found it in the attic.
  • I'm curious, where did this come from?
  • Do you know where did this come from?
  • Can you tell me where did this come from?
  • Where did this come from, do you remember?
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Where did this came from?

This phrase is incorrect in English. The verb "came" should not be used after the auxiliary verb "did" in forming questions in the past simple tense.

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  • Where did this came from? This seems to be the kind of probation officer bit. You know, officers of the court. Isn't that funny? A.C. When did that change? R.M.B. I ...

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