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including to this
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "including to this" is not correct in written English.
It is not a standard expression and does not convey a clear meaning. Example: "The report covers various topics, including to this, the impact of climate change on agriculture."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
News & Media
Science
Alternative expressions(20)
attaching to this
advancing to this
this includes
besides this
along with this
as well as this
in addition to this
increase to this
moreover
this also includes
alluding to this
adds to this
this incorporates
admitting to this
supplementing this
participating to this
this encompasses
including the following
on top of this
coupled with this
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
6 human-written examples
David has given extensive interviews over the years, including to this newspaper, and some stories in the book are familiar.
News & Media
After all, you can't turn on the television or flip through a newspaper (including to this page) without encountering panel members pontificating on the hearings.
News & Media
Some prominent figures did raise objections early on, including to this defendant's getting lawyers at the expense of overburdened, underserved taxpayers.
News & Media
Adam Lanza moved from one to another for reasons we will be sorting out for a long time, maybe forever, and the narrative is still jumbled, as the conflicting reports and updates (including to this post) have shown.
News & Media
"I'd walk over hot coals for Laurent," said Mr. Lerer, who has been Mr. DeLouya's client for nearly 40 years and followed him through several relocations around the city, including to this one in 2011, a four-chair establishment with a simple manicure-pedicure station and a couple of hamsas for décor.
News & Media
Meanwhile, Stern's repeated assurances, including to this reporter, that SEIU's fights with other unions would not impact the campaign to enact the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) have fallen flat.
News & Media
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
54 human-written examples
Most settled in villages, working as craftsmen and adhering to strict religious rituals that include, to this day, the reading of the Bible in Aramaic.
News & Media
The literature included to this review is very heterogeneous concerning the investigated objects, methods, and conclusions.
Matrix elements, which are included to this operator, have the following definitions ε f ≡ − (z/n f )2 ε R .
Science
All homicidal case data from the hospital forensic department's autopsy archives were included to this study.
All of the patients included to this study received these additional diagnostic procedures (clinical examination, vital parameters, FAST scan, and blood gas analysis).
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When intending to include something, use "including this" or rephrase the sentence for clarity. The inclusion of "to" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in formal writing.
Common error
Do not add "to" after "including" when referring to something directly. The correct structure is "including this", not "including to this".
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84%
Authority and reliability
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "including to this" attempts to function as a modifier, aiming to add a specific element or detail to a preceding statement. However, Ludwig AI indicates it is grammatically incorrect and lacks a clear meaning, thus failing to properly fulfill this function.
Frequent in
News & Media
50%
Science
50%
Formal & Business
0%
Less common in
Academia
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Wiki
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "including to this" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in formal English. Ludwig AI confirms its non-standard nature. Although it appears in some sources such as News & Media and Science, its use is infrequent and flagged as incorrect. It's best to use the correct phrase "including this" or rephrase the sentence to ensure clarity and grammatical accuracy. Always aim for precision and correctness, especially in professional or academic writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
including this
Omits the unnecessary preposition "to", resulting in correct grammar.
this includes
Reverses the order, placing "this" as the subject.
and this includes
Adds a conjunction to connect it to a previous clause.
this also includes
Adds "also" to emphasize that it's not the only item.
this incorporates
Uses a stronger verb, suggesting a more integral part.
specifically, this
Adds "specifically" for clearer emphasis.
notably, this
Highlights the item as particularly significant.
in particular, this
Emphasizes a specific item from a larger group.
this encompasses
Implies a wider scope of inclusion.
to include this
Infinitive form, often used to state an intention.
FAQs
What's the correct way to use "including this" in a sentence?
Use "including this" to add an item or detail to a statement, like: "The project requires several steps, including this initial review." Avoid using "including to this", as it's grammatically incorrect.
What can I say instead of "including to this"?
Use the shorter and grammatically correct phrase "including this". For example, instead of "The fees include to this charge", say "The fees include this charge".
Is "including to this" ever considered acceptable in formal writing?
No, "including to this" is not considered acceptable in formal writing. Always use "including this" or rephrase your sentence for clarity.
How does the meaning change if I use "including this" instead of "including to this"?
Using "including to this" is grammatically incorrect and doesn't have a clear meaning. Using "including this" makes your sentence grammatically correct and clear.
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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
1.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested