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have soon been
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "have soon been" is not correct and usable in written English.
It does not convey a clear meaning and is not a standard construction in English. Example: "They have soon been informed about the changes." (This sentence is awkward and unclear.)
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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Exact Expressions
9 human-written examples
And events would have soon been on his side.
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Molner resigned after 32 Kh3 because he would have soon been checkmated.
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Aronian then blundered by playing 35 Qh2, and he resigned after 38... Qf3, as he would have soon been checkmated.
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It is not hard to believe that LinkedIn, barring this deal with Microsoft, would have soon been using the more realistic version of its earnings — and, in so doing, reporting more losses.
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Yet when her heart developed an irregular rhythm that would have soon been fatal, the doctor in charge implanted a pacemaker, which kept her alive another five years in a helpless state "lacking all dignity, totally contrary to her written request," Dr. Wanzer wrote.
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Although the sharks were aggressive in their collections policies, any loan shark who charged 400% would have soon been floating in the Ohio River.
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
51 human-written examples
But she said she had soon been swamped with bills that left her $70,000 to $80,000 in debt.
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Turner was the first Republican in ninety years to win the district, which sprawled through stretches of Brooklyn and Queens, and he had soon been made a lame duck by a redistricting battle that was settled in the courts.
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A feature of the K4 that had soon been abandoned by the Pennsylvania Railroad was an unusual three-bar version of the Laird slide-bar.
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In many locations, the introduction of the disease by ill travelers has soon been followed by spread to healthcare workers and household contacts.
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Although blood gases improved initially, respirator settings had soon to be increased significantly to sustain a pO2 value above 60 mm Hg (7.9 kPa).
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When aiming to express a future action or state, replace "have soon been" with "will soon be" to ensure grammatical correctness and clarity.
Common error
Avoid using "have soon been" as it is grammatically incorrect. This phrase often leads to confusion due to the misuse of auxiliary verbs. Always double-check your tense consistency when writing.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "have soon been" does not serve a clear grammatical function in English. Ludwig AI indicates that it's not a standard construction and lacks a clear meaning. As such, it should be avoided in formal writing.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "have soon been" is grammatically incorrect and lacks clarity in standard English. Ludwig AI identifies this phrase as non-standard, advising against its use. To express similar ideas, it's recommended to use alternatives such as ""will soon be"" or "has recently been", depending on the intended meaning. Avoiding this phrase ensures clearer and more accurate communication in both formal and informal contexts.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
will soon be
Replaces "have" with "will" to indicate a future action or state, making the sentence grammatically correct.
has recently been
Substitutes "soon" with "recently" to describe an action that occurred in the near past, improving clarity and grammatical accuracy.
had quickly been
Replaces "soon" with "quickly" to emphasize the speed of the action, maintaining grammatical correctness.
have just been
Uses "just" instead of "soon" to indicate an action that has happened immediately before, enhancing clarity.
will shortly be
Replaces "soon" with "shortly" to denote an event occurring in the near future, ensuring grammatical validity.
has immediately been
Uses "immediately" instead of "soon" to emphasize the instantaneous nature of the action, improving sentence structure.
will promptly be
Substitutes "soon" with "promptly" to highlight the quick and timely nature of the action.
has rapidly been
Replaces "soon" with "rapidly" to describe a fast-paced action, correcting the grammatical structure.
have previously been
Uses "previously" instead of "soon" to refer to an action from an earlier time, ensuring grammatical accuracy.
will soon have
Switches the verb structure to indicate possession in the near future, altering the meaning but improving the sentence's grammatical structure.
FAQs
What is the correct way to use a phrase similar to "have soon been"?
The correct way to phrase this idea is to use "will soon be". For example, instead of "They have soon been informed", use "They "will soon be" informed".
What can I say instead of "have soon been" to indicate a future action?
You can use alternatives like ""will soon be"", "is going to be", or "will shortly be" depending on the context.
Why is "have soon been" considered grammatically incorrect?
The phrase "have soon been" doesn't follow standard English grammar rules because the auxiliary verbs are not used in a way that creates a coherent tense or meaning. It's better to use ""will soon be"" or "has just been".
What's the difference between "have soon been" and "will soon be"?
"Have soon been" is grammatically incorrect and doesn't clearly convey a meaning. "Will soon be" is the correct form to indicate something that will happen in the near future.
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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
79%
Authority and reliability
1.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested