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have been materialized
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "have been materialized" is not correct in standard written English.
The correct form would be "have materialized" or "have been materializing," depending on the intended meaning. Example: "The ideas we discussed have materialized into a successful project."
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Alternative expressions(20)
have materialized
have been realized
have come to fruition
have been implemented
have been executed
have been accomplished
have been encountered
have been measured
have been completed
have been employed
have been targeted
have been halted
have been recruited
have been illustrated
have been satisfied
have been honored
have been amalgamated
have been hired
have been manifested
have been finalized
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
8 human-written examples
Fe-based bulk metallic glasses (BMGs) have attracted great attention due to their excellent soft magnetic properties and high fracture strength, but few applications have been materialized as structural materials because of their brittleness at room temperature.
This is allowing us to better understand how indigenous concepts have been materialized in the landscape, both past and present.
Using an original panel dataset from 55 developed and developing countries covering the period from 1975 to 2010, this study aims at finding out to what extent these objectives have been materialized so far.
Since then, when JEREMIE funds started, there has been a considerable shift and a lot of business ideas have been materialized.
News & Media
Size, morphology, component, and structure of the as-made samples have been confirmed by several techniques, and nanochains (NCs) with diameter of approximately 60 nm consisting of single-crystalline Co and amorphous Co-capped layer (about 3 nm) have been materialized.
Science
If there is anything that could be called the Turkish Dream, then it might have been materialized in the life of Acun Ilicali, Turkey's self-made TV mogul.
News & Media
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Similar Expressions
52 human-written examples
Anticommunism has been materialized in South Korea's law, institution, administration, education and political practices.
The initiative has been materialized by a UNICEF supported project titled "Enabling Environment for Child Rights (EECR)" which is being implemented by the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs.
Formal & Business
This new trend in organizational institutionalism has been materialized in a number of new topics of interest, such as, among others, the examination of institutional change, institutional entrepreneurship and power [ 84].
Science
A realization of this idea has been materialized within the e-LICO project, 3 which investigated the concept of 'meta-mining' ontology and metaknowledge driven recommendation of data mining workflows as proposed in Nguyen et al. (2011) and evaluated in Nguyen et al. (2012).
So the basics of human rights have not been materialized in the health system of Bangladesh.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When describing the actualization of plans or ideas, prefer "have materialized" or "have been materializing" over "have been materialized" for better grammatical correctness. For example, use "The project ideas have materialized" instead of "The project ideas have been materialized".
Common error
Avoid using the passive construction "have been materialized" when the active voice ("have materialized") is more direct and clear. The passive form can often sound awkward and less impactful.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "have been materialized" functions as a passive construction within the present perfect tense. Ludwig AI indicates that it is not considered correct in standard written English, suggesting alternative phrasings are generally preferred.
Frequent in
Science
43%
News & Media
43%
Formal & Business
14%
Less common in
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Encyclopedias
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Wiki
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "have been materialized" appears in various sources, Ludwig AI marks it as not correct in standard written English. It's a passive construction that indicates something has been made real, but it's often better to use active voice alternatives like "have materialized" or "have been materializing" for clarity and impact. Consider the context and aim for more direct and concise phrasing. While used across scientific, news, and formal business contexts, prioritize stronger grammatical choices.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
have been actualized
This term, similar to 'realized', focuses on making something potential into something real and concrete.
have been realized
This suggests that something planned or hoped for has become a reality, emphasizing the fulfillment of expectations.
have become a reality
This emphasizes the transformation of something from a potential to an actual state.
have come to fruition
This phrase implies that something has reached a successful conclusion or realization, focusing on the positive outcome.
have taken shape
This describes the process of something gradually forming into a definite structure or form.
have become tangible
Highlights the transformation of something from an idea to something concrete and perceptible.
have been implemented
This indicates that a plan or system has been put into effect, highlighting the action of putting something into practice.
have been executed
This signifies the completion or carrying out of a plan or project, stressing the action of performing something.
have been effectuated
A more formal synonym for 'implemented', suggesting the successful bringing about of a result.
have been brought to pass
This somewhat archaic phrase denotes that something has happened or been achieved, often with a sense of fulfillment.
FAQs
Is it correct to say "have been materialized"?
While some instances of "have been materialized" appear in writing, it's often grammatically preferable to use the active voice "have materialized" or the continuous form "have been materializing" for clearer and more direct expression.
What does "have been materialized" mean?
The phrase suggests that something has been made real or concrete. However, its grammatical structure can be awkward, so consider alternatives like "have been realized" or "have come to fruition" for better clarity.
How can I use "have materialized" in a sentence?
Use "have materialized" to indicate that something has become a reality. For example, "The company's plans for expansion have materialized successfully."
What are some alternatives to "have been materialized"?
Consider using phrases such as "have been implemented", "have been effectuated", or "have been brought to pass" to convey the idea of something being made real or effective.
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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
84%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested