If they had known the deadline was so tight, they would have started earlier.

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You should always check deadlines to avoid rushing.

We always check deadlines and plan accordingly.

Did they know about the tight deadline beforehand?

If we had known the deadline was so soon, we would have started earlier.

Had they been aware of the stringent deadline, an earlier commencement would have been implemented.

If they'd known how soon it was due, they would have started sooner.

They would have started earlier if they knew the deadline was close.

A very short time frame to complete a task.

Indicates a past action that did not happen because of a certain condition.