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as per was
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "as per was" is not correct and does not make sense in written English.
It seems to be a combination of two phrases, "as per" and "as was," but neither is used together in this way. Example: "As per our previous conversation, we will proceed with the project."
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Exact Expressions
2 human-written examples
As PER was broken down in daytime, the gene regained its function and worked again the next night, directing the synthesis of PER.
News & Media
His Holiness, as per, was pretty spot on and this would only become increasingly evident as the night of the codgers progressed.
News & Media
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
58 human-written examples
In 2014, the film was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry as per being deemed "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant".
Wiki
Nevertheless, this innovative system is still very efficient as its PER is twice as high as the one of the considered reference system.
Science
This was two days before Halloween, when America, as per instructions, was on high alert.
News & Media
The idea, as per the title, is to convey the principles of Scientology.
News & Media
The box arrived, and on the sides, as per instruction, was painted.
News & Media
"As per usual" was used as far back as 1923, by none other than acclaimed writer Katherine Mansfield.
News & Media
The new protein is largely helical as per design, is well folded, and has a melting temperature of 55°C.
Science
DNA extraction methods were as per Cullingham et al. [23].
Science
Things are moving apace in genderless fashion and, as per, women are ruining everything.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Consider using alternatives as the one Ludwig provides depending on your intended meaning
Common error
Don't combine "as per" and "was" directly. "As per" typically precedes a noun or pronoun referring to instructions or agreements (e.g., "as per instructions").
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "as per was" is grammatically incorrect and does not function as a standard phrase in English. Ludwig AI analysis indicates that it's an improper combination of two separate expressions. It lacks a defined grammatical function.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "as per was" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in both written and spoken English. Ludwig AI's analysis confirms that it is not a recognized or standard phrase. Correct alternatives, such as "as was" or "according to what was", should be used depending on the intended meaning. Using grammatically correct alternatives will ensure clarity and professionalism in your writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
as was
Omits "per", focusing on a past state or condition.
according to what was
Replaces "as per" with a more explicit phrase indicating agreement with a past condition.
as it was
Emphasizes the continuation of a previous state.
in accordance with what was
Replaces "as per" with a formal phrase indicating compliance with a past condition.
in the manner that was
Highlights the method or way something was done previously.
consistent with what was
Indicates that something aligns with a previous state or condition.
as previously
Shortens the phrase, focusing on the past nature of something.
corresponding to what was
Highlights the correlation with a past condition.
following what was
Indicates that something is happening after and in relation to a previous state.
relative to what was
Emphasizes that something is being considered in comparison to a previous state.
FAQs
How should I correctly use "as per" in a sentence?
Use "as per" followed by a noun or pronoun indicating an instruction, agreement, or guideline. For example, "as per your request" or "as per the contract".
What's a grammatically correct alternative to "as per was"?
Instead of "as per was", consider using phrases like "as was", "according to what was", or "as it was" depending on the context.
Is "as per is" a correct phrase?
No, "as per is" is not a correct or standard phrase in English. "As per" should be followed by a noun or pronoun, not a verb.
What does "as per" generally mean?
"As per" means "according to" or "in accordance with". It's used to indicate that something is being done following a specific instruction, agreement, or guideline.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
60%
Authority and reliability
1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested