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exacerbated from
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "exacerbated from" is not correct in standard written English.
The correct preposition to use is "by" instead of "from." Example: "The situation was exacerbated by the lack of communication."
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10 human-written examples
It was a situation set to be exacerbated from July 2017, when indexed growth funding from the federal government to the states will be reduced, the report says.
News & Media
This trend was paradoxically exacerbated from the 1980s onwards, when Britain was transformed into a finance-friendly economy, especially after the Big Bang in the financial markets.
News & Media
Wars between the Nama and Herero were exacerbated from the mid 19th century by the increasing cattle and ivory trade and the availability of firearms; apart from a breathing space between l870 and 1880, the Nama-Herero wars continued from 1863 to 1892.
Encyclopedias
Planting mangrove is an important work to respond to mangrove loss and erosion, a serious issue and exacerbated from climatic changes in coastal area of the Mekong Delta.
Science
"Unless you had a predisposition for anxieties or phobias that would be exacerbated from the event," he said.
News & Media
Currently, India is suffering through one of the worst ever outbreaks of Dengue Fever, which spreads through mosquitoes, exacerbated from a particularly harsh monsoon season.
News & Media
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Most individuals living in low-income households in cities like Dhaka, Bangladesh, reside in informal, high-density settlements that experience exacerbated vulnerabilities from climate change.
Science
Four deaths were reported during the study: (1) sudden death, (2) staphylococcal sepsis as a result of ischemic colitis, (3) hyponatremia as a complication of high dose diuretics, including furosemide, and (4) exacerbated dyspnoea from worsening pulmonary fibrosis.
Worries about where the next innovation would come from, exacerbated by fear of competition from emerging economies, led several MNCs to fundamentally change longstanding ways of working.
Science
Yet, every year, 6.9 million children under 5 years old die – from infectious diseases exacerbated by undernutrition, from complications during the neonatal period and because of a lack of quality healthcare.
Formal & Business
Mr. N. suffered from a very rapid heart rate exacerbated by emphysema from years of smoking.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use "by" instead of "from" after "exacerbated". For example, say "The problem was exacerbated by the lack of resources".
Common error
Avoid using "from" after "exacerbated". "Exacerbated" requires the preposition "by" to correctly indicate the cause of the worsening situation.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "exacerbated from" functions as a verb phrase where "exacerbated" is a verb in the passive voice, aiming to describe how something has been made worse. However, according to Ludwig, the preposition usage is incorrect; it should be "exacerbated by" instead.
Frequent in
News & Media
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Science
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Encyclopedias
10%
Less common in
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "exacerbated from" appears in various sources, Ludwig AI flags it as grammatically incorrect. The correct usage is "exacerbated by", which indicates that a situation has been made worse by a particular factor. This phrase is most commonly found in news and scientific contexts. Remember to use "by" to ensure grammatical accuracy and clarity in your writing. Consider alternatives like ""aggravated by"" or ""worsened by"".
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
aggravated by
Replaces "exacerbated" with "aggravated" and uses the correct preposition "by".
worsened by
Replaces "exacerbated" with the simpler "worsened" and uses the preposition "by".
intensified by
Uses "intensified" to convey a stronger degree of worsening, coupled with "by".
compounded by
Suggests that the problem is made worse by adding another factor, using "by".
made worse by
A more direct and simple way of saying something was worsened, using "by".
inflamed by
Implies a figurative 'fire' is being stoked, using "by".
heightened by
Indicates an increase in intensity, using "by".
magnified by
Suggests that the issue is made larger or more significant, using "by".
increased by
A general term for making something larger in degree or amount, using "by".
exacerbated due to
Replace "from" with "due to".
FAQs
What preposition should I use with "exacerbated"?
The correct preposition to use with "exacerbated" is "by". For example, "The issue was exacerbated by the economic downturn."
Is it grammatically correct to say "exacerbated from"?
No, it is not grammatically correct. The proper phrasing is "exacerbated by". The preposition "from" is not appropriate in this context.
What are some alternatives to "exacerbated by"?
Alternatives include "aggravated by", "worsened by", or "intensified by" depending on the specific nuance you want to convey.
How do I use "exacerbated by" in a sentence?
Use "exacerbated by" to indicate what factor made a situation worse. For example, "The existing tensions were exacerbated by the new regulations."
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Usage summary
Human-verified examples
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Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
84%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested