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completed received
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "completed received" is not correct in standard written English.
It seems to be an attempt to convey that something has been both completed and received, but it lacks clarity and proper grammatical structure. Example: "I have completed the task and received the necessary documents."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Academia
Alternative expressions(5)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
3 human-written examples
The payment schedule was on a sliding scale, however, such that each subsequent sheet completed received a lower amount of money.
News & Media
Overall 2.0% and 0.5% of adolescent males had initiated (received ≥ 1 dose) (n = 56) and completed (received ≥ 3 doses) (n = 14) the vaccine series, respectively.
Our analysis, based on data from the 2010 NHIS, showed that only 2.0% of 9 17 y old males had initiated (received ≥ 1 dose) and 0.5% completed (received ≥ 3 doses) the HPV vaccine series.
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
57 human-written examples
Top reviewers, determined using a combination of reviewer scores and number of reviews completed, receive rewards such as cash prizes.
Science & Research
To facilitate range detection analysis, map building with a frequency modulated continuous wave millimetre wave radar (FMCW MMWR), which is able to provide complete received power-range spectra for multiple targets down range is considered.
Just make sure 2011 gifts are complete (received and, in the case of a check, either deposited or cashed) by Dec. 31.
News & Media
Just make sure 2013 gifts are complete (received and, in the case of a check, either deposited or cashed) by Dec. 31.
News & Media
The CFE does not account for the subchannel index k in (30), as the MLE does in (28), and hence, it does not deploy the complete received information.
But this figure was released before the study was completed and received a great deal of public attention.
News & Media
Of the 645 completed questionnaires received, nine respondents provided information about more than one country.
Science
Participants who failed to return their completed forms received a follow-up letter at one month.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When you want to express that something has been both finished and obtained, use phrases like "successfully received" or rephrase to clarify the sequence: completion followed by reception.
Common error
Avoid using the phrase "completed received" directly. It is grammatically incorrect. Instead, restructure your sentence to clearly indicate the sequence of events or use an alternative like "successfully received".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "completed received" attempts to combine the notions of finishing an action and subsequently obtaining something. However, it doesn't conform to standard English grammar. Ludwig AI indicates that this phrase is not correct.
Frequent in
Science
33%
News & Media
33%
Academia
33%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Wiki
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Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "completed received" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in standard English. Ludwig AI confirms this assessment. While it appears in some sources, alternatives like "successfully received" or rephrasing to clarify the sequence of events (e.g., "obtained after completion") are recommended. It is not suitable for use in any formal, professional, or informal context due to its grammatical issues. Using grammatically sound alternatives will ensure clarity and professionalism in your writing.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
successfully received
Replaces "completed received" with an adverb emphasizing the positive outcome of the reception.
duly received
Indicates that something was received in the correct or expected manner.
fully received
Emphasizes that something was received completely.
properly received
Focuses on the correctness or appropriateness of the reception.
correctly received
Highlights the accuracy of the reception.
obtained after completion
Rephrases to clarify the sequence of events: completion followed by obtaining.
acquired upon completion
Emphasizes the acquisition aspect happening at the point of completion.
finished and then received
Explicitly separates the two actions with a conjunction for clarity.
delivered upon completion
Focuses on delivery happening as soon as something is completed.
granted after finishing
Highlights permission or approval being given subsequent to finishing something.
FAQs
Is "completed received" grammatically correct?
No, "completed received" is not grammatically correct in standard English. It's better to use phrases like "successfully received" or rephrase to clarify the sequence of events.
What can I say instead of "completed received"?
Alternatives include "successfully received", "duly received", or rephrasing to clarify the sequence of events, such as "obtained after completion".
How can I rephrase a sentence using "completed received" to make it grammatically sound?
Instead of "The application was completed received", you could say "The application was successfully received" or "The application was received after completion".
Which is correct, "completed received" or "successfully received"?
"Successfully received" is the correct and grammatically sound phrase. "Completed received" is grammatically incorrect.
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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
82%
Authority and reliability
2.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested