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Anonymous Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

Have mentioned vs. mentioned

a. As I have mentioned earlier, the information he sent you was never verified.

b. As I mentioned earlier, the information he sent you was never verified.

c. As I have mentioned earlier, I am not interested.

d. As I mentioned earlier, I am not interested.

1. Which tense in each pair of sentences above is natural and goes with the main clause?

2. What is the difference in meaning between "as I have mentioned earlier" and "as I mentioned earlier"?

I need your help, please. Thank you in advance.
  

Top answer

1. 'Earlier' makes the present perfect an uncomfortable choice which would not usually be made by a native speaker. 2.

— Mister Micawber

  • 1.
  • 'Earlier' makes the present perfect an uncomfortable choice which would not usually be made by a native speaker.
  • 2.
  • There is no difference in intent.
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1. 'Earlier' makes the present perfect an uncomfortable choice which would not usually be made by a native speaker.

2. There is no difference in intent.
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Mister MicawberEarlier' makes the present perfect an uncomfortable choice which would not usually be made by a native speaker.
If 'earlier' is changed to 'in the last lesson/lecture' etc., are 'have mentioned' and 'mentioned' both correct?
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OttoJIf 'earlier' is changed to 'in the last lesson/lecture' etc., are 'have mentioned' and 'mentioned' both correct
No. Past time, past tense.
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