Is it correct to say:
"Did I tell you about the time when I ran over a chicken?"
If it's correct can I say:
"Did I ever tell you about the time..."
What does 'ever' add here?
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@Ashraful Haque posted:Is it correct to say:
"Did I tell you about the time when I ran over a chicken?"
Yes, Ashraful, it is correct to say that, assuming a time period for the past tense is understood. Otherwise "Have I told you . . . ?" would be better.
@Ashraful Haque posted:If it's correct can I say:"Did I ever tell you about the time..."
Yes, you can.
@Ashraful Haque posted:What does 'ever' add here?
It emphasizes "at any time" during the time period under discussion.
@David, Moderator posted:Yes, Ashraful, it is correct to say that, assuming a time period for the past tense is understood. Otherwise "Have I told you . . . ?" would be better.
Yes, you can.
It emphasizes "at any time" during the time period under discussion.
Thank you for the answer. I wish I could use the like button but it says that I don't have the right.