you've
Americancontraction
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Make it to the village of Shap and you've done the toughest bit.
From BBC
He says "you've got a group of friends" after two weeks of walking, and visitors often return again and again.
From BBC
If you’ve been neglecting paying down this bill, lenders might be hesitant to offer you a loan or more likely to charge you a higher interest rate.
From MarketWatch
You’ve been in the entertainment industry for almost a decade now.
From Los Angeles Times
When you pick the wrong guys, or men who don’t really care for you, and you have to chase them down for attention, how that can feel like the same relationship you’ve had with a parent.
From Los Angeles Times
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