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Rule "I never have been (I have never been)"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: I never have been (I have never been)
Message: Although not incorrect, the word order <suggestion>have never</suggestion> is preferred by native speakers.
Category: Nonstandard Phrases (ID: NONSTANDARD_PHRASES)
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • I never have been to London.
    Correction suggestion: have never
ID: I_NEVER_HAVE_BEEN [1]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-11-22 22:33:09 +0100)