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has been categorized from
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "has been categorized from" is not correct in standard written English.
It is typically used when discussing the classification or grouping of something based on certain criteria, but the preposition "from" is not appropriate in this context. Example: "The data has been categorized based on its relevance to the research topic."
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Science
News & Media
Encyclopedias
Alternative expressions(4)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
1 human-written examples
The standard panel of pseudoviruses has been categorized from tier 1 to tier 3, based on the decreasing order of susceptibility to neutralization by the known monoclonal antibodies [ 41].
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
57 human-written examples
"The Department of Justice has been categorized as dysfunctional and in disarray.
News & Media
This book has been categorized as futuristic satire with the usual dose of dire prophecy.
News & Media
He has been categorized as an entertainer and a disrupter, with emphasis on show rather than substance.
News & Media
Less-severe levels of vision impairment have been categorized, ranging from near-normal vision to various degrees of low vision to near-blindness, depending on the visual acuity and functional impact stemming from the vision loss.
Encyclopedias
Tough et al. analyzed death in patients who had died solely of asthma (not necessarily defined as SD), whereas our study focuses on individuals who have been categorized as suffering from uncontrolled asthma prior to death.
Science
In most of the inpatient care settings, patient- or family-initiated call lights have been categorized into normal calls (made from the pillow speaker), urgent calls (when a normal call was not answered within 3 minutes, an urgent call will be sent out), or toileting or bathroom calls (the calls made from the bathroom).
Science
In the rat brain, the catecholaminergic cell populations have been categorized as A1 A17 and are located from the medulla oblongata to the hypothalamus [ 53– 53].
Science
Two samples each from Kathodi and Andh have been categorized under M35c (Fig. S6).
Science
Sites like them have been categorized as "illegal gambling sites" and have been ordered to cease taking money from the residents of New York state.
News & Media
Sites like them have been categorized as "illegal gambling sites" and have ordered them to cease taking money from the residents of New York state.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use more precise prepositions like "according to", "based on", or "by" instead of "from" when describing categorization to ensure grammatical accuracy.
Common error
Avoid using "from" after "categorized" as it is not grammatically correct in this context. Use "according to" or "based on" to indicate the criteria for categorization.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "has been categorized from" attempts to describe the process of classifying items or concepts, but it's not considered grammatically correct in standard English. Ludwig AI confirms this assessment, suggesting that alternative prepositions are more appropriate.
Frequent in
Science
33%
News & Media
33%
Encyclopedias
33%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Wiki
0%
Social Media
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "has been categorized from" is not considered grammatically correct in standard English. Ludwig AI indicates that using prepositions such as "by", "according to", or "based on" after "categorized" is more appropriate. Although examples can be found in diverse sources such as news, science and encyclopedias, its infrequency and grammatical incorrectness makes it a less desirable choice. For clearer and more accurate writing, consider using alternatives like "has been classified according to" or "has been grouped by".
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
has been classified according to
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'classified according to', providing a more grammatically sound option for denoting categorization based on specific criteria.
has been arranged according to
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'arranged according to', indicating an intentional arrangement following specific categorization rules.
has been grouped by
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'grouped by', indicating that items have been organized into groups based on shared characteristics.
has been divided into
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'divided into', suggesting a partitioning of items into distinct categories.
has been sorted into
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'sorted into', indicating that items have been arranged systematically into categories.
has been organized by
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'organized by', indicating a structured arrangement of items into categories.
has been cataloged under
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'cataloged under', suggesting a formal listing of items within specific categories.
has been indexed in
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'indexed in', suggesting that items have been formally listed in an index based on defined categories.
has been assigned to
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'assigned to', suggesting items have been placed in specific categories.
has been structured around
Replaces 'categorized from' with 'structured around', implying that the structure is based on a categorization scheme.
FAQs
How can I correctly use "categorized" in a sentence?
Use "categorized by", "categorized according to", or "categorized based on" to properly indicate the criteria used for categorization. For example: The books were categorized by genre.
What preposition should I use after "categorized"?
The prepositions "by", "according to", or "based on" are typically used after "categorized" to indicate the criteria for categorization. Avoid using "from".
What can I say instead of "has been categorized from"?
You can use alternatives like "has been classified according to", "has been grouped by", or "has been divided into" depending on the context.
Which is correct, "has been categorized from" or "has been categorized by"?
"Has been categorized by" is the correct and grammatically sound phrase. "Has been categorized from" is not standard English usage.
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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