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Grammar usage guide and real-world examples

USAGE SUMMARY

'acknowledge from' is not correct and usable in written English.
Instead, you could use 'acknowledge' with other prepositions, such as 'acknowledge from', 'acknowledge to', 'acknowledge for', etc. Example: I want to acknowledge my parents for their support and encouragement.

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News & Media

Science

Formal & Business

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

25 human-written examples

This much we all acknowledge from the comfort of our city living rooms.

Stolen – as Ed was the first to acknowledge – from Benjamin Disraeli, arguably the Conservative party's most celebrated champion of the aspirant class, this is an idea with a clear and defined political lineage.

And then there is the largest and most important context, the one we least like to acknowledge: from the vast, vicious, legally permitted, fiercely defended enterprise that was American slavery, almost no one ever escaped at all.

News & Media

The New Yorker

Mr. Kean said the administration's failure to acknowledge from the outset that it was dealing with largely dated material "was a mistake, and it's tough to undo the damage in public confidence.

News & Media

The New York Times

"When you know someone very well, you can acknowledge from a look or a smile, we'll be honest, that says: 'I feel like hell right now, I'd rather be anywhere else.' We can admit that, and still go: 'But do you know what, it's going to be great'".

News & Media

Independent

If you acknowledge from the outset with both children that the needs of those who live in the home full time (i.e., the parents) must be accommodated first, and that while you welcome one or both of your children at any time, you have to make the best use of the more limited space you have.

News & Media

The New York Times
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

34 human-written examples

That must be acknowledged from the outset.

News & Media

Huffington Post

Funding is acknowledged from Enterprise Ireland (WG, DB and ER).

Science

BMC Cancer

Core funding to support this work is also acknowledged from the Northern Cancer Foundation.

Science

BMC Cancer

It is acknowledged from medical student learning behaviour that assessment often drives learning [ 1].

The possibility of overdiagnosis in breast screening was acknowledged from its early days of use.

Science

BMC Cancer
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Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Instead of using the phrase "acknowledge from", consider using alternatives like "acknowledge the importance of", "acknowledge receipt of", or simply "acknowledge" followed by the object of acknowledgement. This ensures grammatical correctness and clarity.

Common error

A common mistake is using "from" after "acknowledge". This is grammatically incorrect. Always use the correct preposition or rephrase the sentence to avoid the error.

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84%

Authority and reliability

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Linguistic Context

The phrase "acknowledge from" is typically intended to express recognition or acceptance of something. However, it is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided. Ludwig AI highlights this error, advising against its use.

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

Science

39%

News & Media

35%

Formal & Business

4%

Less common in

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

0%

Reference

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, while the phrase "acknowledge from" appears in various sources, it is considered grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI flags this usage as an error. It's best to use "acknowledge" with appropriate prepositions or rephrase the sentence for clarity and accuracy, such as using "acknowledge the importance of" or "acknowledge receipt of". By doing so, you ensure that your message is communicated effectively and professionally. You can also simply say "I acknowledge" followed by what you want to address.

FAQs

How can I use "acknowledge" correctly in a sentence?

Use "acknowledge" followed by the object you are recognizing, such as "acknowledge the problem" or "acknowledge their efforts". Avoid using "acknowledge from".

What can I say instead of "acknowledge from"?

You can use alternatives like "acknowledge the importance of", "acknowledge receipt of", or "recognize" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "acknowledge from" or "acknowledge"?

"Acknowledge" is the correct term. "Acknowledge from" is grammatically incorrect. Use "acknowledge" followed by the object of recognition.

How do I acknowledge contributions in a formal setting?

In a formal setting, you can "acknowledge contributions by" specifying who made the contributions and what they contributed, or simply say "I acknowledge their contribution".

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