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consisted by
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
"consisted by" is not a correct or commonly used phrase in written English.
A more appropriate way to phrase it would be "consisted of." For example: "The sandwich was consisted of bread, cheese, and ham." Another way to use "consisted of" in a sentence is: "The committee was consisted of five members." Some other examples of using "consisted of" in a sentence are: - "The team was consisted of players from different countries." - "The painting was consisted of various shades of blue." - "The book was consisted of different chapters on history, science, and literature." In general, "consisted of" is used to describe the components or elements that make up something. It is usually used to talk about physical objects or concrete ideas, rather than abstract concepts.
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Usage summary
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
40 human-written examples
It is consisted by the variable part ΔJ and constant part J con.
The third stratum, which has large thickness, is consisted by soils with poor engineering properties.
Science
The system is consisted by STC12C5A60S2 single-chip microcomputer as the core and AD converter MAX195.
Science
The Sesia viaduct is considered, which is a composite railway bridge consisted by seven spans.
Another CDC numerical model is platelet model consisted by numerous carbon platelets with a random distribution [71].
Science
Group B mostly consisted by Diplodus sargus and to a lesser extent by M. merluccius and Diplodus vulgaris.
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
20 human-written examples
As president of the truncated Yugoslavia, consisting by 1999 of Serbia and Montenegro, Mr. Milosevic was president of the country's Supreme Defense Council.
News & Media
Pastor Kevin Haah co-founded New City Church, whose congregation consists, by design, of both "Skid Row residents and loft dwellers" and meets just blocks from the site of the recent shooting.
News & Media
The samples, visualised in Fig. 7 are of both regular and irregular shape and consist by at least or more than 17 pixels9.
Our method consists, by taking into account the used technology, in evaluating the algorithm area and operators execution time from data flow graph.
It consisted of two-by-fours placed at least eighteen inches apart, maybe more.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use "consisted of" instead of "consisted by". This is the grammatically correct form and widely accepted in formal and informal writing.
Common error
Avoid using "consisted by", as it's grammatically incorrect and may confuse readers. Opt for "consisted of" or other alternatives like "made up of" to ensure clarity and correctness.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "consisted by" functions as a prepositional phrase, aiming to describe the composition of something. However, it's grammatically incorrect, as Ludwig AI indicates. The correct form is "consisted of".
Frequent in
Science
64%
News & Media
16%
Formal & Business
4%
Less common in
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Wiki
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "consisted by" appears in numerous examples, it is grammatically incorrect. As Ludwig AI points out, the correct phrase is "consisted of". The prevalence of "consisted by" across various sources, including scientific publications, highlights a common error. To ensure grammatical correctness and clarity, always use "consisted of" or other alternatives like ""made up of"" and "comprised of". Ignoring this can lead to miscommunication and a perception of lower writing quality.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
consisted of
Replaces 'by' with the correct preposition 'of' to indicate composition.
comprised of
Uses 'comprised' to mean 'made up of', offering a more formal alternative.
made up of
A common and straightforward way to express composition.
composed of
Similar to 'comprised of' but may imply a more artistic or deliberate arrangement.
included
Focuses on the inclusion of elements rather than the complete composition.
contained
Emphasizes the presence of elements within a whole.
constituted by
Expresses the elements that legally or formally make up something.
formed from
Highlights the process of creation from constituent parts.
built from
Suggests a more constructed or assembled composition.
comprised
Simply uses the verb 'comprise' to indicate what something is made of.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say something is made up of parts?
The correct phrase is "consisted of", not "consisted by". For example, "The meal consisted of pasta, salad, and bread" is correct.
Is "consisted by" grammatically correct?
No, "consisted by" is grammatically incorrect. The correct phrasing is "consisted of". Using "consisted by" can make your writing appear unprofessional.
What can I use instead of "consisted by"?
Instead of "consisted by", use phrases like "consisted of", ""made up of"", or "comprised of" to convey the same meaning with correct grammar.
What's the difference between "consisted of" and "consisted by"?
"Consisted of" is the grammatically correct phrase used to describe the elements that make up something. "Consisted by" is not a recognized or correct English phrase. Always use "consisted of" in your writing.
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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
1.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested