If they had told me about the problem earlier, I could have helped.

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I regret that they didn't tell me sooner; I could have helped.

If they had informed me earlier, the problem wouldn't have escalated.

I wasn't able to assist because they didn't tell me about the issue in time.

Had they communicated the problem promptly, a different outcome might have been possible.

Earlier notification of the problem would have enabled me to provide assistance.

If they'd told me sooner, I could have lent a hand.

I could have helped if they told me earlier.

Informed me of the issue.

Possessed the ability to assist, but the opportunity was missed.