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financially supported
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
"financially supported" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use the phrase when referring to the financial backing of a particular entity or individual, such as when discussing government aid or a business loan. For example, "This project was financially supported by the local government."
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Science
News & Media
Formal & Business
Wiki
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60 human-written examples
The Outsourcing The Cuts report was financially supported by Unison.
News & Media
How? SUSTAINABILITY -How will the site be financially supported?
News & Media
This work has not been financially supported.
The experimental work was financially supported by Huazhong Agricultural University.
This work was financially supported by JSPS (22340151).
Science
The study was financially supported in part by Philips Healthcare.
Science
This study was financially supported by RIKEN Biomass Engineering Program.
Science
The clinical study was financially supported by Roche.
Science
This work was financially supported by Avebe (Veendam, The Netherlands).
Science
This work was financially supported by the Nanotech CUPAL.
Science
The above pilot project is financially supported from VINNOVA.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When using "financially supported", clearly state who or what provided the financial support to maintain transparency and avoid ambiguity.
Common error
Avoid using "financially supported" in a way that obscures the source of funding. Instead of saying "The project was financially supported", specify who provided the support: "The project was financially supported by [Organization Name]".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "financially supported" functions as a passive verb phrase, indicating that a subject (e.g., a project, study, or individual) received monetary assistance. It's used to describe how resources were obtained, as seen in the Ludwig examples.
Frequent in
Science
69%
News & Media
12%
Formal & Business
7%
Less common in
Wiki
5%
Reference
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Social Media
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "financially supported" is a grammatically sound and commonly used expression to indicate that an entity or project has received monetary backing. According to Ludwig, it appears most frequently in scientific publications, followed by news media and formal business contexts. When using this phrase, clarity is key, and it's essential to specify the source of financial support. Alternatives such as "funded", "subsidized", and "economically backed" can be used depending on the nuance you wish to convey. Always aim for transparency by clearly stating who provided the financial support to ensure there is no ambiguity or perception of bias.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
monetarily assisted
Replaces "supported" with "assisted", emphasizing the act of providing help.
funded
A more concise term indicating that financial resources were provided.
subsidized
Suggests partial financial assistance to keep costs low.
economically backed
Replaces "financially" with "economically", focusing on broader economic support.
provided with funds
More descriptive, specifying the act of supplying financial resources.
financially sustained
Emphasizes ongoing financial support to maintain something.
capitalized
Suggests providing capital for a specific venture or project.
endowed
Implies providing a permanent source of income or support.
sponsored
Suggests financial support in exchange for promotional benefits.
financially underwritten
Emphasizes a guarantee of financial backing in case of loss or failure.
FAQs
How can I use "financially supported" in a sentence?
You can use "financially supported" to describe projects, studies, or organizations that receive monetary backing. For example, "The research was financially supported by the National Science Foundation."
What are some alternatives to saying "financially supported"?
Alternatives include "funded", "subsidized", or "economically backed", depending on the specific context.
Is it better to use "financially supported" or "funded"?
Both are correct, but "financially supported" is more descriptive, while "funded" is more concise. Choose based on the desired level of detail.
What does it mean for a study to be "financially supported" by a company?
It means the company provided money for the study's expenses. This can sometimes raise questions about potential bias, so transparency about the funding source is important.
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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
4.6/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested