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could ve

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Definition:

An informal contraction of "could have," used to express something that was possible in the past but did not happen.

Examples:

Sense 1: Used when talking about missed opportunities in the past.

- I could've won the race if I had trained harder.

- Sarah could've gotten the job if she had more experience.

Sense 2: Used when expressing regret or disappointment about a past event or decision.

- We could've traveled to Europe last summer, but we had other commitments.

- They could've avoided the accident if they had been more careful while driving.

Sense 3: Used to suggest an alternative possibility.

- You could've bought the blue shirt instead of the red one.

- She could've chosen a different career path, but she followed her passion.

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