Element | FORM/USE: WITH 'ALREADY' |
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SuperCat | PAST |
SubCat | present perfect simple |
Lexical Range | N/A |
Level | B1 |
Cando | Can use the present perfect simple with 'already' to emphasise that something is done, often before the expected time. ► adverbs |
Corrected Learner Example | I've already planned the party, bought his present, and most important of all, I 've already told everyone. (Mexico; B1 THRESHOLD; 2004; Spanish - Latin American; Pass) I have already bought a new arm-chair, yellow and comfortable. (Sweden; B1 THRESHOLD; 2001; Swedish; Pass) In Spain lots of universities have already accepted this plan.. (B1 THRESHOLD; 2009; Spanish - Other; Pass) So we decided to go to Farhang cinema tonight and we have already bought the tickets. (Iran; B1 THRESHOLD; 2004; Farsi; Pass) She has already won three gold medals at international tournaments. (Italy; B1 THRESHOLD; 2003; Italian; Fail) |
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Comments | N/A |