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The past tense form of 'resort' is resorted. Example: They resorted to desperate measures to solve the problem. (They resorted to desperate measures to solve the problem.)

Definition of “resort”

to turn to a particular course of action, especially as a last resort
to check into or stay at a place temporarily, especially when on vacation

Tense sentence structure and examples:

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed

Past Simple	resorted
Past Continuous	resorting
Past Perfect	resorted

Past Simple

The simple past tense is used to describe completed actions or events that occurred at a specific point in the past.

Subject + Past Simple Verb + (Object)

Example

They resorted to extreme measures to survive.

Example

She resorted to cheating on the test.

Past Continuous

The past continuous tense is used to indicate actions or events that were in progress or happening at a specific point in the past.

Subject + was/were + Present Participle + (Object)

Example

At that time, they were resorting to any means necessary.

Example

I wasn't resorting to dishonesty to get ahead.

Past Perfect

The past perfect tense is used to show that one past action or event occurred before another past action or event, emphasizing the order of events in the past.

Subject + had + Past Participle + (Object)

Example

By the time they found help, they had resorted to extreme measures.

Example

She had resorted to drastic actions before seeking professional advice.

Is resorted an irregular verb in the past?

No, "resorted" is not an irregular past tense verb.

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