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English Tip of the Day: 153 Can't have done

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Tip of the Day:

Can't have done

Usage Tip

Use 'can't' plus the perfect form of the verb to express an opinion that you are 100% (or almost 100%) sure was not true at the past point in time.

Example Sentences

She can't have visited Tom because she was in Chicago.
They can't have been serious about that project!

Quiz of the Day - Past Simple or Present Perfect? :

Quiz focusing on one of the more difficult grammar points in English: When to use the past simple or present perfect.

Past Simple or Present Perfect?

English Worksheet of the Day - Adverb Clauses with Time Expressions:

How to use adverb clauses with time expressions such as when, as soon as, before, etc.

Adverb Clauses with Time Expressions

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