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We could have avoided this problem, couldn’t we?
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We could have avoided this problem, couldn’t we?
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How to use in different contexts
Expressing Regret
We should have acted sooner; we could have avoided this problem.
Blaming Others
If you had listened, we could have avoided this entire mess.
Hypothetical Scenarios
Had we planned better, we could have avoided this problem.
Seeking Agreement
This was entirely preventable, wouldn't you agree?
Rephrased versions
Formal
This issue could have been prevented.
Casual
We could have totally dodged this bullet.
Simpler English
We could have stopped this problem.
Phrases to learn
could have avoided
Expresses a missed opportunity to prevent something.
couldn't we?
A tag question seeking confirmation or agreement.