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completed ask
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "completed ask" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to refer to a request that has been fulfilled, but the wording is awkward and unclear. Example: "After reviewing the project, I can confirm that the completed ask has been met."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Wiki
News & Media
Science
Alternative expressions(4)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
2 human-written examples
When collages are completed, ask students to write a brief caption expressing the rationale behind their work.
News & Media
When the tour is completed, ask people what their favorite part was and note that for your next field outing.
Wiki
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
57 human-written examples
"Are we going to be home for Thanksgiving with everything completed?" asked Senator Bill Frist of Tennessee, the Republican leader.
News & Media
And the questioner's microphone will be turned off after he or she completes asking the question.
News & Media
The form that the physicians had to complete asked: 'Do you suspect that the patient has a disease?'.
Science
Ask for portfolios of designs already completed and ask if the designer has worked with a church website before.
Wiki
Straus returned at 11 A.M. and addressed D.H.S. "Have the background checks been completed?" he asked.
News & Media
Once the train was completed, I asked for a vacation: One weekend with a beautiful young Frenchman.
News & Media
Once, a client called after his interest-rate swap was completed and asked to change a method of counting days.
News & Media
When recording was completed, Gridneff asked Boucher if he had any ideas for a further season of Star Cops.
Wiki
The demographic questionnaire that was completed preoperatively, asked about sex and age.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "completed ask". Instead, opt for clearer and more grammatically correct alternatives like "fulfilled request" or "completed request" for improved clarity.
Common error
Be cautious when creating verb-noun combinations that aren't standard in English. Overusing such combinations can lead to awkward phrasing and comprehension issues. Always check if a more conventional phrasing exists to convey your intended meaning.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "completed ask" attempts to function as a noun phrase, where "completed" modifies "ask". However, this construction is not standard English. Ludwig AI states that this phrase is not correct.
Frequent in
Wiki
50%
News & Media
50%
Science
0%
Less common in
Formal & Business
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Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "completed ask" is flagged by Ludwig AI as grammatically incorrect and uncommon. While it attempts to convey the idea of a fulfilled request, it's better to use alternatives such as "fulfilled request" or "completed request" for clarity and grammatical correctness. The phrase appears rarely, primarily in informal contexts like Wiki and News & Media, but authoritative sources do not endorse its usage. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid "completed ask" in formal writing and opt for more standard alternatives.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
fulfilled request
Replaces the verb-noun construction with a more standard adjective-noun phrase indicating a request that has been satisfied.
completed request
Similar to 'fulfilled request', it emphasizes that the request has been fully addressed or finished.
resolved query
Focuses on the resolution of a question or inquiry, suitable for customer service or technical contexts.
addressed inquiry
Highlights that an inquiry or question has been answered or dealt with.
finished task
Shifts the focus to a specific task that has been brought to completion.
finalized application
Indicates that an application process has been fully completed and is ready for review.
processed order
Relevant in e-commerce contexts, signifying that an order has been handled and is moving forward.
answered question
A straightforward alternative emphasizing that a question has been provided with an answer.
satisfied requirement
Suitable when referring to meeting specific criteria or conditions.
actioned request
Implies that a request has not just been received but also acted upon.
FAQs
What can I say instead of "completed ask"?
You can use alternatives like "fulfilled request", "completed request", or "resolved query" depending on the context.
Is "completed ask" grammatically correct?
No, "completed ask" is not considered grammatically correct in standard English. It is better to use phrases like "fulfilled request" or "completed request".
How do I properly use "fulfilled request" in a sentence?
You can use "fulfilled request" in sentences like: "The fulfilled request led to increased customer satisfaction" or "We consider this a fulfilled request because all the requirements were met".
What's the difference between "completed ask" and "completed request"?
"Completed request" is the correct and commonly used form. "Completed ask" is not standard English and should be avoided in favor of "completed request".
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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
2.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested