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Scully Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

Didn't

which sentence is correct and why?

I didn't give much thought to my decision.

I haven't given much thought to my decision.
  

Top answer

The first if the decision is past. The second if the decision has yet to be made.

— CSnyder

  • The first if the decision is past.
  • The second if the decision has yet to be made.
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The first if the decision is past.

The second if the decision has yet to be made.
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ScullyI haven't given much thought to my decision.
As a general statement, used present perfect.
( I haven't given much thought....). This tense by nature extends it's time reference from past to present. i.e.

He hasn't done anything constructive all his life!
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it's => its.

Good advice, but be sure to proof your text before posting, dimsum.
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Thanks, it's been a mental hang-up through the years.
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That's why I proofread my posts.
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