I was given with

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "I was given with" is not correct or usable in written English.
To make a sentence using this phrase, you would need to specify what was given to you. For example: "I was given with a pair of shoes as a gift."

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

News & Media

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

3 human-written examples

"Why did they have to say that?" When Mrs. Charles first found out that one of her children was going to have the disease, she looked to the future and thought she'd be happy with any amount of time she would have with her child: "I thought each day I was given with her would be a gift.

The New York Times

I'm grateful for the opportunity I was given with this position and this is a great place to work".

BBC

I was given with the name Kaitlyn when I was a baby, but I guess that isn't my name anymore.

Vice

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

57 human-written examples

Last year I was given caps with NYPD and FDNY by two separate officers on two successive days.

The New York Times

(When I was in Amsterdam recently, I was given mayo with my schnitzel. Frankly it saved an otherwise inedible dish).

Vice

Let H i be given by H^{i}= 0,dots,0,1,0,dots,0), with 1 in position i.

Probability, Uncertainty and Quantitative Risk

"I was given electric shocks with electric batons.

Independent

I was given a binder with a basic English curriculum.

The New York Times - Travel

I was given one along with hot chicken soup.

The New York Times

On my last day there I was given an interview with Matthew Fox.

The Guardian

I was given temporary citizenship with over 400 Darfuris.

BBC

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Avoid using the phrase "I was given with". Instead, use "I was given" followed by the object you received. For example, say "I was given a book" instead of "I was given with a book."

Common error

The verb 'given' typically doesn't require the preposition 'with'. The correct structure is 'I was given [object]' or 'I was given [object] by [person]'. Using 'with' is redundant and grammatically incorrect.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "I was given with" is generally grammatically incorrect. It attempts to express the passive voice of receiving something, but the preposition "with" is superfluous and violates standard English grammar rules. Ludwig AI points out that it needs to be corrected.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

News & Media

66%

Science

34%

Formal & Business

0%

Less common in

Academia

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "I was given with" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. Ludwig AI confirms the assessment by signaling that the phrase needs correction. While some instances might be found across various sources, especially in News & Media, the preposition "with" is typically unnecessary and should be omitted. The correct phrasing is simply "I was given" followed by the object that was received. Alternative phrases such as "I received" or "I was provided with" can also be used depending on the context.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

I was given

This alternative removes the unnecessary preposition "with", resulting in a grammatically correct sentence.

I received

This uses a different verb to convey the same meaning of being given something.

I was provided with

This alternative adds clarity by specifying that something was furnished or supplied to the speaker.

I obtained

This suggests acquiring something, differing slightly in nuance from simply being given something.

I acquired

Similar to "obtained", this implies gaining possession of something.

I was handed

This is a more informal way of saying "I was given", suggesting a direct transfer.

Something was given to me

This restructures the sentence to emphasize the object that was given.

I came into possession of

This is a more formal and elaborate way of saying that something was received.

I secured

This suggests effort in obtaining something, adding a different connotation.

I was entrusted with

This implies a responsibility or duty associated with what was given.

FAQs

What is the correct way to use the verb "give" in the passive voice?

The correct passive voice construction is "to be given" followed by the object received. For instance, "I was given a present" is grammatically correct.

What are some alternatives to saying "I was given something"?

You could say "I received something", "I obtained something", or "Something was presented to me". These alternatives offer a similar meaning while avoiding the grammatical error.

Is it ever correct to use a preposition after "given"?

While "given" itself doesn't typically take a preposition immediately after it, you might use prepositions in a subsequent phrase to provide additional context. For example, "I was given the task of organizing the event" is correct.

What's the difference between "I was given" and "I was provided with"?

"I was given" directly implies that something was handed to you. "I was provided with" suggests that something was supplied or made available to you, often implying a deliberate action or service.