concurred

USAGE SUMMARY

The part of the phrase "concurred" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when expressing agreement with a statement or opinion. Example: "After reviewing the proposal, the committee members concurred that it was a solid plan."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Encyclopedias

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

Johnson, in an addendum to the report, partially concurred with many of the inspector general's findings, though he disputed several.

The Guardian

Screenwriter Evan Hunter concurred: "He wanted to shoot it, but something in him didn't want to shoot it, and everybody could hear how nervous he was".

The Guardian - Film

He was treated accordingly, and press reports indicate all Obama's legal advisers concurred that targeting Awlaki was entirely legitimate.

The Guardian - Opinion

The forward concurred.

The Guardian - Sport

Four justices concurred with her that Congress had implicitly authorised the Bush administration to hold enemy combatants when it authorised force in the war on terrorism.

The Economist

"The adoption of this document shows nothing has changed since 2001, no lessons have been learnt and the hope for a unified approach to fighting racism and intolerance around the world will again go unfulfilled," B'nai B'rith said.But several human-rights groups concurred with Mr Gooderham's view that the final statement "covers the ground pretty well".

The Economist

"Security hearings that focus exclusively on Muslim Americans serve only to amplify the rumblings of Islamophobia that seem to become louder and crazier by the day," concurred Eugene Robinson, another of the Post's columnists.It is indeed hard to find much to like in Mr King.

The Economist

He concurred that a diplomatic approach based on sanctions was a viable strategy for blocking Iran's nuclear programme.

The Economist

Both Britain and France are on record as having concurred in the expulsion of the Soviet Union from the League of Nations for its unprovoked attack on Finland in 1939; this verdict still stands and is not modified by anything which has happened since.

The Economist

And Justice Scalia, who concurred that dogs can sniff cars during a traffic stop, argued that this was a very different matter: in this case the police went right up to the "curtilage" of the house, "and used a means of discerning what was in the house...that should not have been available".

The Economist

Despite this, manufacturers have claimed (and the FDA has historically concurred) that every subsequent AED is substantially equivalent to its antediluvian ancestors from 1976.

The Economist

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "concurred" when you want to convey a formal sense of agreement, particularly after considering different viewpoints.

Common error

Ensure you use the correct tense. "Concurred" is the past tense of "concur". Using "concur" in a sentence requiring the past tense would be incorrect.

Linguistic Context

The word "concurred" functions as a verb in the past tense, indicating agreement or approval that has already taken place. According to Ludwig AI, the phrase is correct and usable in written English.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

38%

Encyclopedias

30%

Science

16%

Less common in

Formal & Business

8%

Wiki

0%

Reference

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "concurred" is a grammatically correct verb form indicating past agreement, frequently used in news, encyclopedias, and scientific writing. Ludwig AI confirms its acceptability in written English. While "agreed" is a more common synonym, "concurred" adds a touch of formality. Remember to use the correct tense and consider the context to avoid common errors. Top authoritative sources like The Economist and Encyclopedia Britannica often employ this term.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

agreed

This is a direct synonym, indicating a basic level of agreement.

was in agreement

Expresses agreement in a slightly more formal way.

assented

Indicates a more formal or official agreement.

consented

Suggests giving permission or agreeing to something.

aligned

Implies a matching or harmonious agreement.

confirmed

Indicates that something was verified and agreed upon.

acknowledged

Suggests recognizing and accepting a statement or fact.

upheld

Implies support for a decision or statement.

saw eye to eye

Expresses complete agreement on a matter.

were of one mind

Indicates a unified agreement or opinion.

FAQs

How to use "concurred" in a sentence?

The word "concurred" is used to indicate agreement or approval, typically in a formal setting. For example, "The board members "concurred" with the CEO's proposal."

What can I say instead of "concurred"?

You can use alternatives like "agreed", "assented", or "approved" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "concurred" or "concurring"?

"Concurred" is the past tense and past participle of "concur", while "concurring" is the present participle or gerund form. Use "concurred" for completed actions in the past and "concurring" for ongoing actions or as a noun. For example, "They "concurred" yesterday," versus "She is "concurring" with the assessment."

What's the difference between "concurred" and "consented"?

"Concurred" implies agreement after consideration, while "consented" implies giving permission or approval. "The experts "concurred" with the findings," versus "She "consented" to the medical procedure."