as received as

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "as received as" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It is unclear when to use it due to its lack of grammatical correctness and clarity. Example: "The report was as received as expected, but it lacked the necessary details."

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

Science

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

3 human-written examples

A stress matching approach to predicting the fracture response of the as received, as well as the warm pre-stressed specimens is suggested.

Engineering Fracture Mechanics

The chemical structure (Fig. 1) was used as received, as photosensitizer.

Applied Water Science

Poly 5,5-bisbenzimidazole-2,2-diyl-1,3-phenylene) (Poly 5,5-bisbenzimidazole-2,2-diyl-1,3-phenylenes received as a 10 wt.% N,N-dimethylacetamide (DMAc) solution with a lithium chloride content of ~2 wt.%.

Nanoscale Research Letters

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

57 human-written examples

Jeanetta Riley's husband and three daughters have not, so far, received as much as an apology.

The Guardian

Some detainees received as much as £16,000.

The Guardian

Only three other players received as much as $100,000.

The New York Times - Sports

Many former employees have already received as much as $5,600.

The New York Times

Many former employees have already received as much as $5,600 in severance pay.

The New York Times

There are days when I have received as many as 10 pieces of candidate-related mail.

The New York Times

And they have received as many as 4,000 submissions a year?

The New York Times

In North Carolina, cities like Asheville and Canton received as much as seven inches of snow by Friday evening.

The New York Times

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Avoid using the phrase "as received as" in formal writing due to its lack of grammatical correctness and clarity. Instead, opt for clearer alternatives such as "as acknowledged as" or describe the specific condition upon receipt.

Common error

Do not assume that "as received as" is a valid comparative structure. It's often mistakenly used when describing the condition or state of something upon arrival, where a more precise description is needed.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "as received as" lacks a clear grammatical function due to its incorrect structure. Ludwig AI indicates that the phrase is not correct and lacks clarity. It does not serve a standard purpose within a sentence.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

Science

33%

News & Media

67%

Formal & Business

0%

Less common in

Academia

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "as received as" is flagged by Ludwig as grammatically incorrect and lacking clarity. Its intended use often revolves around describing the condition of something upon arrival, but it fails to do so effectively. The sparse examples available come from Science and News & Media contexts, but its usage is infrequent and should be avoided in favor of more precise and grammatically sound alternatives, such as describing the specific condition or using alternatives like "as acknowledged as" or "in the condition it was received".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

as acknowledged as

Replaces "received" with "acknowledged", shifting the focus to recognition rather than receipt. The meaning is altered from physical reception to mental acceptance.

as accepted as

Substitutes "received" with "accepted", indicating approval or agreement rather than just the act of getting something.

in the condition it was received

This phrase specifies the state or condition of something upon being received, emphasizing its original status.

as it was delivered

Highlights the state of something when it was delivered, focusing on the delivery process.

in the state of arrival

Emphasizes the condition upon arrival, suitable for describing goods or situations.

as per delivery condition

Indicates adherence to a specific set of conditions at the time of delivery, often used in formal contexts.

as originally obtained

Focuses on the initial state of something when it was first acquired.

in its initial form

Highlights the original form or shape of something, before any alterations.

as it came

A simpler way of saying "in the condition it arrived", often used informally.

in its delivered form

Emphasizes that something is in the same form it was when delivered, which may imply that no changes were made.

FAQs

Is "as received as" grammatically correct?

No, "as received as" is not grammatically correct. It lacks a clear and standard meaning in English. Ludwig AI explains that is not correct.

What can I say instead of "as received as"?

Consider using phrases like "as acknowledged as" or "in the condition it was received" depending on the intended meaning.

When should I avoid using "as received as"?

Avoid using "as received as" in any formal writing or professional communication where clarity and grammatical correctness are essential. It's best to opt for more precise and standard phrases.

Which is correct, "as received" or "as received as"?

"As received" is grammatically correct and generally means 'in the condition it was received'. "As received as" is not a recognized or correct phrase in standard English.