he'd
American-
contraction of he had.
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contraction of he would.
contraction
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
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You’d have thought he’d have learned as much from his emergency-tariffs strike out.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
It seemed like he'd taken a step back, that he wasn't too interested in the sport any longer and might be close to retiring.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
Haight ended the conversation and headed to bed, telling himself he’d feel better after a night’s sleep.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
“If he’d waited two or three weeks, it would have been a disaster. Once the dominoes start toppling, they just start toppling—and that line is shorter than anybody thinks,” Buffett said of Powell’s actions.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
It had been easier than he’d anticipated—a relief, because part two was going to be a challenge.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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