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got recovered
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "got recovered" is not correct in standard written English.
The correct form would typically be "got recovered" is not commonly used; instead, "recovered" or "has recovered" would be more appropriate. Example: "After a long illness, she finally recovered."
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Science
News & Media
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Exact Expressions
4 human-written examples
When the tissue was treated with Glibenclamide then in usual manner the tissue got recovered and normal morphology was gained gradually.
Science
"… I got recovered from that and it was just energy.
News & Media
For example, in their real-life story, they got married three months after she got recovered.
News & Media
Eight to 12 months postoperatively, hardware removal was carried out, and the functionality was reevaluated when patients got recovered as well as radiograph was repeated to evaluate the AC joint.
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
56 human-written examples
"These costs get recovered from somebody, and that somebody is customers who don't have solar".
News & Media
Hydrogen sulphide is likely to become more common in produced hydrocarbon fluids, as the exploitation of deep reservoirs increases and unconventional resources get recovered significantly, such as heavy oils or bitumen.
The infected people will obtain permanent immunity after they get recovered from infection.
By running of previous antivirus software, every infected internal computer gets recovered with constant probability (gamma>0).
Subsequently the rotor angular deviation of the respective generators gets recovered, which significantly stabilizes the MPN.
(H3) By running of previous antivirus software, every infected internal computer gets recovered with constant probability (gamma>0).
For simplicity, in this paper, we do not consider the situation where the susceptible computers get recovered.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "recovered" or "has recovered" instead of "got recovered" for clearer and more grammatically sound writing. For instance, instead of saying "The patient got recovered", say "The patient recovered".
Common error
Avoid using "got recovered" in an attempt to create a passive construction. More often than not, a simple active voice construction with "recovered" will be clearer and more direct. For example, it's better to write "The economy recovered" than "The economy got recovered."
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "got recovered" functions as a verb phrase, typically aiming to describe the action of returning to a normal state after a period of difficulty. Ludwig AI suggests that this construction is not correct in standard written English.
Frequent in
Science
50%
News & Media
50%
Formal & Business
0%
Less common in
Academia
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Encyclopedias
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Wiki
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "got recovered" aims to express the idea of regaining a previous state, Ludwig AI analysis indicates that it is not considered correct in standard written English. Examples appear in both news and scientific contexts, but more formal and direct alternatives like "recovered" or "has recovered" are preferable. The phrase tends to appear in more informal registers, suggesting careful consideration of the audience and context is necessary. Therefore, it's best to use alternative options for clarity and grammatical correctness.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
recovered
This is the simplest and most direct replacement, omitting the auxiliary verb "got".
has recovered
Uses the present perfect tense to indicate a completed recovery.
became healthy again
Replaces "recovered" with a more descriptive phrase emphasizing the return to health.
returned to health
Similar to "became healthy again", but with a slightly more formal tone.
made a recovery
Emphasizes the process of recovering rather than the state of being recovered.
healed
Implies a return to health after an injury or illness
was restored to health
Uses a passive construction to emphasize the restoration of health.
got better
A simple and general way to express improvement in health or condition.
bounced back
An informal way to say someone or something recovered quickly.
returned to normal
Indicates a return to a previous, healthy state or functional state.
FAQs
What is a more grammatically sound alternative to "got recovered"?
The phrase "got recovered" is not standard English. Use "recovered" or "has recovered" instead.
How can I use "recovered" correctly in a sentence?
Use "recovered" to indicate a return to a normal state after illness, difficulty, or damage. For example: "The economy recovered after the recession."
Is "got recovered" ever appropriate in writing?
While "got recovered" might appear in informal speech, it's generally best to avoid it in formal writing. Opt for more precise and standard phrasing like "healed" or "returned to health".
What's the difference between "got recovered" and "was recovered"?
"Was recovered" is a passive construction meaning something was recovered by someone else. "Got recovered" is generally ungrammatical, though one might intend a similar passive meaning. Therefore is recommended to use the standard passive form instead.
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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
85%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested