Proper use of past tense
Hello, I have this doubt. A while ago I wrote this sentence: "I received the automated feedback from the system, but I would like to ask you (i.e. the appointed person for the matter) more information about this subject". Unless other mistakes from my poor english (sorry about that), the topic of this question is underlined.
Could it be better "I've received" because we are still talking about the same thing or is my first attempt (first action already ended) correct?
Thank you for your time and any useful suggestion (even about any inaccuracy in this very post).
Bye.
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OttoBit Could it be better "I've received" No; simple past is fine.
- OttoBit Could it be better "I've received" No; simple past is fine.
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OttoBitCould it be better "I've received"
No; simple past is fine.
0Both "I received" and "I've received" are possible. The latter has a stronger sense that the effect or relevance of the action continues to the present. For example, if the automated feedback consisted of a message on a screen that disappeared when you closed it, then "I received" is probably more appropriate. On the other hand, if it was an email that you have retained for reference, "I've re
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