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Past Simple vs. Present Perfect

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Comparison of tenses for past actions and experiences. Examples included.

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occurred / əˈkɜːr /verb

To take place or happen

The accident occurred yesterday.

happentranspire

emphasis / 'emfəsɪs /noun

Stress or importance given to something

The emphasis was on teamwork.

accenthighlightimportance

unspecified / ˌʌnˈspesɪfaɪd /adjective

not stated explicitly or in detail

The meeting was scheduled for an unspecified date in the future.

undefinedvagueimprecise

nuances / ˈnuːɑːns /noun

A subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound

He was familiar with the nuances of the local dialect.

subtletyshadedistinction

distinct / dɪˈstɪŋkt /adjective

clearly different or of a different kind

However, they have distinct uses.

differentunique

impact / ˈɪmpækt /noun

A marked effect or influence

the impact of technology

effectinfluenceconsequence

indicates / ˈɪndɪkeɪt /verb

to be a sign or indication of something

The data indicates a clear trend.

suggestshowpoint to

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