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Handtalk Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

why past form is used?

Hi,
I have a question.

In the expression below, why a past form "did" is usually used? Shouldn't it be a present perfect form "have done" instead?

"You will be glad you did."

Thank you in advance.
  

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handtalk In the expression below, why is the past form "did" is usually used? Shouldn't it be a present perfect form "have done" instead? Why do you think that?

— Canadian45

  • handtalk In the expression below, why is the past form "did" is usually used?
  • Shouldn't it be a present perfect form "have done" instead?
  • Why do you think that?
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handtalkIn the expression below, why is the past form "did" is usually used? Shouldn't it be a present perfect form "have done" instead? Why do you think that?
"You will be glad you did."
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Hi canadian45,

The reason I asked is that I didn't learn in school this usage of the past tense---using the past tense for a future action.
I've heard many times the sentences like "You will be glad (that) you did." or "You will know (that) you did the right thing." etc., but I am not sure if they are grammatically correct.

handtalk.
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