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you replied you didn't vs you replied you don't

Both phrases are grammatically correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'You replied you didn't' is used when referring to a past action or response, while 'you replied you don't' is used when referring to a current or ongoing situation.

Last updated: March 15, 2024

you replied you didn't

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a past action or response.

This phrase is used to indicate that someone responded in the negative in the past. It is typically used in reported speech or recounting past conversations.

Examples:

  • I asked him if he had received the email, and he replied he didn't.
  • She asked if I wanted to go out, and I replied I didn't have time.
  • Dec 4, 2014 ... No, see they asked you what your point was and you replied you didn't have one. They were ... JFKDem1. "you replied you didn't have [a point]"
  • You replied. You didn't really want conversation, you wanted to get to class. Harry didn't respond, probably understanding your annoyed state. “Where am I ...
  • I tried copy/paste notepad fixlist to frst last night and you replied you didn't receive it.many errors are showing up as I have lost audio out and ...
  • ... in our Government, you replied you didn't know anything about that. That might leave the implication, sir, that there is some possibility of truth in that charge.

Alternatives:

  • you said you didn't
  • you responded you didn't
  • you answered you didn't
  • you mentioned you didn't
  • you stated you didn't

you replied you don't

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a current or ongoing situation.

This phrase is used to indicate that someone is currently responding in the negative. It is typically used in present tense conversations or situations.

Examples:

  • I asked if you like spicy food, and you replied you don't.
  • She asked if you were coming to the party, and you replied you don't know yet.
  • You replied you don't care and you will just buy another car . I was fine with that but we later told you that standard oil was fine and it was no charge . Good of me  ...
  • Good luck” you replied.. You don't want him to be distracted just because he's miles away.. You wanted to be an inspiration, not a distraction.. You arrived earlier ...
  • Feb 21, 2014 ... Ah glad you replied. You don't need to apologise, It just bugged me watching you play Colony Wars like that. By the way, you have great videos ...
  • Sep 11, 2014 ... +beautygivemeabeat omg!!! You replied!! You don't know how much I love you!!! Omg I might just die😘😘😘😭😘. Read moreShow less. Reply.

Alternatives:

  • you say you don't
  • you respond you don't
  • you answer you don't
  • you mention you don't
  • you state you don't

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