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is previously resolved
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "is previously resolved" is not correct in standard written English.
It is typically used in contexts where a situation or issue has been addressed or settled before the current moment, but the correct form would be "has been previously resolved." Example: "The issue of funding has been previously resolved, so we can move forward with the project."
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60 human-written examples
To identify potential domains in NucS, we focused on the archaeal P. abyssi NucS, whose 3D structure was previously resolved (PDB 2VLD chain B 11.
Science & Research
Mr. Salomon said Mr. Thompson's office had "failed to investigate independently the underlying facts, ignored countervailing but controlling circumstances, misstated matters — some of which have been previously resolved — exaggerated the significance and implications of the current state of affairs, and relied exclusively on the landlord's contentions and allegations without resort to objectivity".
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PRSE was previously resolved in 20 patients who died in the ICU.
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The crystal structures of two plant diterpene cyclases have been previously resolved: taxadiene synthase and ent-copalyl diphosphate synthase.
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In addition, we detected MOR-mcherry expression in discrete groups of neurons (Fig. 4; online atlas) that could not be previously resolved using autoradiography or in situ hybridization.
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APC2 Axin complexes were previously only resolved as co-localized spots.
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Almost all recombination events across the region were identified, including additional ones that were previously not resolved.
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The major (1.7 kb) and minor (1.5 kb) cerebellar splice forms were not previously resolved in Northern blots [17], presumably because of the difference in abundance, and the effect of polyA tail heterogeneity (with an expected mean length of 250 adenosines, [41]. This shorter isoform was not detected in the embryonic retina (Figure S3d).
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Amino acids were mapped on previously resolved influenza B virus structure (PDB 4FQM).
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For example, the dominant ABCD1 ALD allele that had been previously reported was resolved as 'wild-type' (normal) with the further sequencing on the HiSeq platform.
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The sub-retinal injection procedure caused a localized retinal detachment which has been previously shown to resolve within several days post surgery [55].
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When referring to something that has been addressed in the past, use the grammatically correct phrase "has been previously resolved" or "was previously resolved" depending on the context and tense.
Common error
Avoid using "is previously resolved" as it's grammatically incorrect. Ensure the auxiliary verb aligns with the correct tense to indicate past completion.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "is previously resolved" attempts to function as a description of a state resulting from a past action. However, according to Ludwig AI, the phrase is grammatically incorrect.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "is previously resolved" is grammatically incorrect, according to Ludwig AI, and should be avoided. When you intend to express that something has been settled or decided upon in the past, use more grammatically sound alternatives like "has been previously resolved" or "was previously resolved". The choice depends on the intended tense. Due to its grammatical incorrectness, "is previously resolved" lacks authoritative sources and should not be used in formal writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
has been previously resolved
Adds "has been" to correct the tense and grammar.
was previously resolved
Changes "is" to "was" to align with past tense, implying a past resolution.
had been previously resolved
Uses past perfect tense to indicate resolution before another past event.
has been resolved before
Replaces "previously" with "before" for a more conversational tone, maintaining the correct tense.
was resolved earlier
Uses "earlier" instead of "previously", providing a simpler alternative.
is already resolved
Indicates that something is currently in a state of being resolved.
has already been addressed
Replaces "resolved" with "addressed" for a broader meaning.
was settled before
Uses "settled" as a synonym for "resolved", emphasizing the completion of the issue.
is a closed case
Emphasizes the finality of the resolution, implying no further action is needed.
had been determined
Focuses on the decision or determination aspect of resolving something.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say something was resolved in the past?
The correct phrasing is "has been previously resolved" or "was previously resolved". The choice depends on whether you're using present perfect or simple past tense. For example: "The issue "has been previously resolved"" or "The matter "was previously resolved"".
What can I use instead of the phrase "is previously resolved"?
Since "is previously resolved" is grammatically incorrect, use phrases like "has been resolved before", "was settled before", or "is already resolved" depending on the intended meaning.
Is "is resolved" the same as "is previously resolved"?
"Is resolved" indicates a current state of being settled, whereas "is previously resolved" attempts to convey that it was settled at an earlier time. However, the latter is grammatically incorrect. It's better to use "was resolved" or "has been resolved".
How do I use "previously resolved" in a sentence?
To use "previously resolved" correctly, ensure you have a proper auxiliary verb. For example, "The conflict "has been previously resolved" through mediation", or "The problem "was previously resolved" last year".
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
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Real-world application tested