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by provided
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "by provided" is not correct and does not make sense in written English.
It seems to be a misconstruction and lacks clarity. Example: "The report was completed by the team provided with the necessary resources."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Wiki
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
15 human-written examples
BY provided the infrastructure and know-how for the microarray experiments.
Science
BY provided funding and materials, and was involved in the experimental design, providing overview of all the steps of experiments.
The Associated Press, by the by, provided the same kind of thing for the world: So much for technology.
News & Media
In this case the relation between F and f is If a random variable X has a probability density function f(x), its "expectation" can be defined by provided that this integral is convergent.
Encyclopedias
For and, the nabla derivative of at, denoted by (provided it exists) with the property that for each, there is a neighborhood of such that (2.3).
and is guaranteed to converge to the point in the intersection of the convex sets specified by provided for all 1, 2, 3 regardless of the initialization that is a direct sequence of the fundamental theorem of POCS [9, page 1066].
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
44 human-written examples
But if it has an induced field caused by an ocean, the orientation would flip so that it was again in the opposite direction to Jupiter's field.The January fly-by provided the opportunity to make the crucial measurement, and Dr Kivelson and her team report in this week's Science that Europa's magnetic field was, indeed, found to have flipped.
News & Media
NATO helps by providing logistics.
News & Media
They participate in rehabilitation by providing labour".
News & Media
By providing love, Francis heals him.
News & Media
Apple has prospered by providing toys.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the correct phrasing "provided by" to indicate the source or supplier of something. Using "by provided" is grammatically incorrect.
Common error
Avoid constructing sentences where "by" incorrectly precedes "provided". Remember that "provided" typically follows an auxiliary verb (e.g., is, was, are, were, been) in passive voice constructions. Instead of "the data by provided", write "the data provided by".
Source & Trust
80%
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Real-world application tested
Linguistic Context
The phrase "by provided" is grammatically incorrect and typically arises from a misunderstanding of passive voice constructions. It lacks a clear grammatical function and does not conform to standard English syntax. Ludwig AI confirms that this is not a valid construction.
Frequent in
Science
30%
News & Media
25%
Wiki
15%
Less common in
Formal & Business
10%
Encyclopedias
10%
Reference
10%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "by provided" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided. The correct and widely accepted phrasing is "provided by", which clearly indicates the source or supplier of something. As highlighted by Ludwig, this error often stems from a misunderstanding of passive voice construction. When aiming for clarity and correctness, especially in formal or professional writing, always opt for "provided by" or other suitable alternatives like "supplied by" or "furnished by". Avoiding "by provided" will enhance the credibility and professionalism of your writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
provided by
This is the correct and most common phrasing to indicate the source or supplier of something.
supplied by
Similar to 'provided by', it emphasizes the act of furnishing or making something available.
furnished by
Implies equipping or outfitting with something necessary.
offered by
Focuses on the act of presenting or making something available for consideration or acceptance.
given by
Highlights the act of bestowing or granting something.
made available by
Emphasizes the action of making something accessible or ready for use.
equipped with
Focuses on the result of being furnished or supplied with necessary items.
supported by
Indicates that something is being sustained or maintained by another entity or resource.
facilitated by
Highlights the process of making something easier or more likely to happen.
enabled by
Emphasizes the empowering aspect of something that allows for a particular outcome.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say something was supplied by someone?
The correct way is to use "provided by". For example, "The information was provided by the research team."
Is "by provided" grammatically correct?
No, "by provided" is not grammatically correct. The correct phrasing is usually "provided by". The confusion may arise from misunderstanding passive voice constructions.
What are some alternatives to "provided by"?
Depending on the context, you can use alternatives like "supplied by", "furnished by", or "offered by".
How can I avoid using "by provided" in my writing?
Focus on using the passive voice correctly with "provided by" or rephrase the sentence to use an active voice construction. For example, instead of "The report by provided", use "The team provided the report."
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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
80%
Authority and reliability
2.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested