ever

Yes, it can.

Yes. That is what I call "the shaming question" formula.

The question comes about when information has already been re

thanks

Is there such a use of ever as this one or is its use limited to just these forms: 1. Have you ever eaten sushi? 2- She is the most talented actress I have ever seen. 3 and for emphasis after never : I will never ever talk to you again!

- I've not ever flown in a helicopter. (meaning "I have never flown in a helicopter)

All three are used quite freely.
Have you ever ...?
... (that) I have ever ...
I have never ever ...

CJ

DiamondrgIs there such a use of ever as this one or is its use limited to just these forms: 1. Have you ever eaten sushi? 2- She is the most talented actress I have ever seen. 3 and for emphasis after never : I will never ever talk to you again!

- I've not ever flown in a helicopter. (meaning "I have never flown in a helicopter)

W

thank you.

Hi guys,

I wouldn't go so far as to say we don't ever say I've not ever. Google yields a few hits.

13,200 for "I've not

thanks Clive.

the original question is based on

http://www.oup.com/elt/global/products/englishfile/elementary/a_grammar/file09/grammar09_b01/

ques

Hi,

This is a test of 'present perfect or past simple?'

I don't see that the question of 'never/not ever' is really relevant to this.

Clive