Pattern: could-have-past-participle

Structure Overview

Formula: Subject + could have + past participle
Core Meaning: Describes an action or event that was possible in the past but ultimately did not happen (unrealized possibility).

💬 Contextual Examples

We could have won the championship if our star player wasn't injured.
You could have called to let me know you were safe!

🎴 Interactive Web Practice (Click to Reveal)

Practice 1: He ______ have finished the project on time if he hadn't procrastinated.

Answer: could

Practice 2: They ______ have bought the house, but they decided to keep renting.

Answer: could

🔗 Knowledge Base Connections

🔑 Parent Keyword: could