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It was administrated
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "It was administrated" is not correct in standard English; the correct form is "It was administered." You can use it when referring to the act of giving or applying something, typically in a medical or organizational context.
Example: "The vaccine was administered to all eligible patients at the clinic."
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Alternative expressions(6)
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It was administrated peritumoural [30, 31], intradermal [31, 32], subareolar [32] and intraprostatic [29].
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It was administrated in a dose of 4 mg twice within 3 months after surgery.
As a recombinant protein, Omp25 from B. abortus S19 induced protection against B. abortus 544 challenge in mice when it was administrated by intradermal or intraperitoneal routes [ 47].
Sensitivity to 5-FU varied greatly, depending on compound treatment order: sorafenib dramatically decreased the sensitivity to 5-FU when it was administrated prior to 5-FU, with the IC50 values increasing significantly (P < 0.001 for both) in both MHCC97H and SMMC-7721 cells.
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Actually, it has been reported that anthracycline-based chemotherapy promotes tumour infiltration by activated, IFN- γ-producing CD8+ T cells (Mattarollo et al, 2011), and anthracycline-based chemotherapy was found to be more efficient when it was administrated to immunocompetent mice than to immunodeficient mice transplanted with similar tumours (Casares et al, 2005).
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Studies of transplantation showed that, whenever it is administrated as an up-front therapy or salvage therapy, 60% 90% of patients survived after ASCT [8]– [8]].
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Currently it is administrated by the International Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics, which is not affiliated with any chiropractic professional association, but supported by both the International Chiropractors Association and the American Chiropractic Association.
Because of its broad antioxidant and radical scavenger properties, melatonin may act as a protective agent against UV-mediated damage in the skin., Clinical studies indicated that melatonin is able to prevent sun damage only when it is administrated before UV irradiation to be present in relevant concentrations directly at the irradiation site upon UV exposure.
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It is administrating payments and receipts related to the network of authorized establishments through gathering, transmission, processing of data and the settlement of manual and electronic transactions with credit and debit cards, as well as other payment methods.
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However, they agreed when an incorrect remedy was administrated, it may create a disruption or suppressive reaction in the patient.
It is remarkable that rapamycin was administrated only once a week.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the correct past participle form of the verb "administer", which is "administered". Double-check your spelling and grammar to ensure accuracy.
Common error
Avoid using "administrated"; it is not the correct past participle of "administer". Use "administered" to ensure grammatical correctness.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "It was administrated" attempts to use a passive voice construction. However, it fails due to the incorrect past participle form. The grammatically correct form is "It was administered." Ludwig AI flags this as incorrect.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "It was administrated" is grammatically incorrect. The correct past participle of the verb "administer" is "administered". Ludwig AI confirms this, marking the original phrase as incorrect. While the intent is to convey that something was given or applied, the error undermines the message's clarity and professionalism. Correct usage is essential, especially in formal contexts such as scientific or medical writing. Consider alternatives like "it was given" or "it was provided" if unsure, but always strive for grammatical accuracy by using "it was administered" when appropriate.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
It was administered
Corrects the grammatical error in the original phrase by using the correct past participle form of the verb.
It was given
Replaces "administrated" with a simpler and grammatically correct term, conveying the act of providing something.
It was provided
Similar to "it was given", this option offers a slightly more formal way to express the act of supplying something.
It was applied
Focuses on the action of applying something, which can be suitable in contexts like treatments or solutions.
It was dispensed
Highlights the act of distributing something, often used in medical or pharmaceutical contexts.
It was issued
Implies the act of officially giving or releasing something, appropriate in formal or official settings.
It was implemented
Suggests that a plan or system was put into effect, focusing on the execution aspect.
It was executed
Emphasizes the completion of an action or process, highlighting the performance aspect.
It was conducted
Focuses on the performance of a task or experiment, implying a methodical approach.
It was performed
Highlights the act of carrying out a specific action or duty.
FAQs
What is the correct form, "It was administrated" or "It was administered"?
The correct form is "It was administered". "Administrated" is not the past participle of the verb "administer".
What does "It was administered" mean?
"It was administered" means that something was given, provided, or applied. The specific meaning depends on the context.
Can I use "It was given" instead of "It was administered"?
Yes, you can use "It was given" as a simpler alternative to "It was administered", especially in informal contexts.
What are some other alternatives to "It was administered"?
Depending on the context, you could also use alternatives like "it was provided", "it was applied", or "it was dispensed".
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