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i've ascertained
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I'm no psychologist, but here's what I've ascertained in Cassie's case: Darnell appears to be looking for closure.
News & Media
From what I've ascertained through interviews and conversations with workers and volunteers, unlike The Soloist, which many on Skid Row didn't like, the reviews of Lost Angels are glowing.
News & Media
My friend, who has three teen daughters, summed up the views expressed by that camp: "After I've ascertained that my daughter is in a relationship that's based on love and trust, and that it's not about a booty call, then I'm okay with it.
News & Media
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Similar Expressions
56 human-written examples
By sneaking surreptitious looks at the better-dressed members of my yoga class, I had ascertained that a desirable brand was Prana.
News & Media
Once the police officer and I had ascertained the target (a supply cabinet filled with sniff-able aerosols) I got a plank, hammer and nails from the basement.
News & Media
Next on their agenda appears to be our republic which from what I have ascertained they would like to remake into a two-tier quasi-theocracy with kingly powers vested in the executive.
News & Media
By now I had ascertained that I would not be a statistic.
News & Media
The genesis of my mind-sickness I have ascertained originates from our dead moon.
News & Media
Israel was careful to emphasize that it had ascertained that there was no Turkish or Egyptian involvement in the incident.
News & Media
The synod said it had ascertained that Metropolitan Volodymyr was definitely too ill to carry out his duties.
News & Media
So once you've ascertained, "Yes, I have a threat," you're asked to evaluate what that threat is and you're going to say, "What is this threat?' Is it one sniper or ten snipers?
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "I've ascertained" when you want to convey that you've carefully and deliberately found something out, especially after some investigation or thought. It adds a touch of formality and precision to your writing.
Common error
Avoid using "I've ascertained" in very informal contexts. Phrases like "I found out" or "I learned" might be more appropriate in casual conversations or less formal writing.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "I've ascertained" functions as a statement of discovery or confirmation. It indicates that the speaker has determined something to be true, often through a process of investigation or careful consideration. Ludwig AI confirms its correct grammatical form.
Frequent in
News & Media
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Science
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Formal & Business
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Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "I've ascertained" is a grammatically correct phrase used to indicate that someone has discovered or confirmed information through investigation or careful consideration. While primarily found in news and media contexts, it can be used in formal writing to convey a sense of thoroughness and certainty. Ludwig AI confirms that this phrase is correct. Consider alternatives like "I found out" or "I confirmed" for less formal situations. Overusing this phrase in casual conversation may sound overly formal.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
I have determined
Uses "determined" instead of "ascertained", implying a more definite conclusion.
I have found out
Replaces "ascertained" with the phrasal verb "found out", which is more informal.
I have discovered
Emphasizes the act of uncovering something previously unknown.
I have learned
Focuses on the acquisition of knowledge, rather than the process of finding it out.
I have confirmed
Highlights the validation of existing information or assumptions.
I have established
Implies a firmer, more concrete conclusion than "ascertained".
I have verified
Stresses the process of checking the accuracy of something.
I have figured out
More colloquial alternative suggesting solving a problem or puzzle.
I have deduced
Uses "deduced" indicating the use of reasoning to arrive at a conclusion.
I have gathered
Suggests collecting information from various sources.
FAQs
How can I use "I've ascertained" in a sentence?
You can use "I've ascertained" to indicate that you have discovered something after careful investigation. For example, "I've ascertained that the project is on schedule."
What's a simpler way to say "I've ascertained"?
Simpler alternatives include phrases like "I found out", "I learned", or "I discovered". These alternatives are less formal and may be more suitable for casual conversation.
What is the difference between "I've ascertained" and "I believe"?
"I've ascertained" indicates a level of certainty based on evidence or investigation, while "I believe" expresses an opinion or subjective viewpoint without necessarily implying concrete proof. You could also consider "I think".
Is "I've ascertained" appropriate for business writing?
Yes, "I've ascertained" can be suitable for business writing, especially when you want to convey a sense of thoroughness and diligence in your findings. But you can also use alternatives such as "I have confirmed".
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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
88%
Authority and reliability
4.2/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested