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collect with
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrasing "collect with" is not correct or usable in written English.
Instead, you can use the phrase "collect from". For example, "I will collect the package from the post office tomorrow."
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
60 human-written examples
Samples during ibrutinib therapy were collected 1, 2 and 2.7 years after initiating therapy.
Science & Research
Sample sera were collected 3, 6, and 9 weeks after surgery and assayed with ELISA.
Science
Amniotic fluid was collected 16, 36, and 54 h after ovariectomy.
Samples were collected 6, 13, and 27 days after the experiment started.
Blood was collected 0, 2, 4, 8, and 24 hours after beverage consumption for measuring oxidative and inflammatory biomarkers.
Science
To see what separates the competent from the exceptional individual performers, we collected 50,286 360-degree evaluations conducted over the last five years on 4,158 individual contributors.
News & Media
Seedlings were collected 7, 14, and 21 days after inoculation.
Next, we collected 114 2-cell embryos from the Noc4l heterozygotes intercrosses and directly genotyped them.
Science
Blood and urine samples were collected 2, 6, and 24 h after the administration of acetaminophen.
Science
After each fluid bolus, another hemodynamic standpoint was collected (H1, H2 and H3).
Science
All are accompanied by robust software to process the vast amounts of data collected [6, 7].
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using "collect with". Instead, use more appropriate prepositions like "from" to indicate the source, or rephrase your sentence using a more suitable verb like "gather" or "compile".
Common error
A common mistake is to use prepositions incorrectly. "With" typically indicates accompaniment or means, not source. When gathering something, ensure you use "from" to denote origin.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "collect with" is grammatically incorrect. It does not conform to standard English usage. Ludwig AI indicates that the correct phrasing should be "collect from". The verb "collect" generally refers to gathering or accumulating items, and requires a preposition that correctly indicates the source or manner of collection.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "collect with" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided. Ludwig AI suggests that "collect from" is the correct alternative when indicating the source of collection. Due to its incorrectness, the phrase has no established usage patterns and should be replaced with grammatically sound alternatives like "gather", "compile", or "extract", depending on the intended meaning. The appropriate register and formality depend on the chosen replacement and context.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
collect from
Replaces "with" with "from" to indicate the source from which something is gathered.
gather
A general term for bringing things together.
accumulate
Implies a gradual increase in quantity.
assemble
Suggests bringing together different parts into a whole.
compile
Used when gathering information or data.
amass
Indicates collecting a large quantity, often of wealth or power.
garner
To gather or collect something, especially information or support.
reap
To gather or collect as a harvest. Often used metaphorically.
extract
To obtain something from a source, often with effort.
procure
To obtain something, especially with care or effort.
FAQs
How can I properly use "collect" in a sentence?
Use "collect from" to indicate the source. For example, "I will collect the data from the survey" is correct. Avoid "collect with" as it's grammatically incorrect.
What's a better alternative to "collect with"?
Which is correct, "collect with" or "collect from"?
"Collect from" is the correct phrasing. For instance, "collect samples from the river" is grammatically sound, whereas "collect samples with the river" is not.
In what situations should I use "collect from" instead of "collect with"?
Always use "collect from" when you want to indicate the source or origin of what is being collected. "Collect with" is not standard English and should be avoided.
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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
78%
Authority and reliability
1.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested