you'd
American-
contraction of you had:
Sorry we missed you—you'd already left by the time we arrived.
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contraction of you would:
You'd be foolish to pass up such an offer.
contraction
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
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I wonder if you’ve ever tried giving your family a budget for how much you’d like to spend on travel.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026
However, "you'd have to see further tangible outcomes for this truce to extend in the long run."
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
“If there’s anything you’d like to say,” the investigator continued, “now would be a good time.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
They’re worth passing consideration, maybe, but you’d have to be a fool to bet your house on their accuracy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026
“If you worked in Displays, you’d be hidden away. That would be a waste of . . . your gifts.”
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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