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its included
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "its included" is not correct in written English; it should be "it's included" or "its inclusion" depending on the context.
You can use "it's included" when indicating that something is part of a larger whole or package. Example: "In the final report, it's included a summary of all the findings."
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News & Media
Science
Academia
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Usage summary
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
36 human-written examples
Some portions of the ITS included indels and these regions were removed from the analysis.
Science
I give it two years before its included at every carnival ground in the world – and one year before the gutters of Paris are filled with penniless, mustachioed street portraitists.
News & Media
It's the kind of thing you might buy for yourself anyway, even if it didn't come with its included smarts.
News & Media
Its included wireless subwoofer gives it a much more authoritative low end than many systems and, it can get quite loud.
News & Media
It also promises easy portability with its included lanyard.
News & Media
It virtually mounts to anything you can think of with its included hardware and works down to a depth of 10 feet and shoots video in 640×480 VGA at 30fps.
News & Media
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
24 human-written examples
Its directors included Lord Moyne.
News & Media
Its suppliers included Sinar Mas.
News & Media
Its clients included Mattel, Hasbro and Disney.
News & Media
Its slate included three new director candidates.
News & Media
Later, its guests included the actors George Hamilton and Brooke Shields.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always double-check your possessive and contraction forms. "Its" indicates possession (e.g., "its color"), while "it's" is a contraction of "it is" or "it has" (e.g., "it's raining").
Common error
The most common error is using the possessive pronoun "its" when the contraction "it's" (it is) is intended. Use "it's included" to mean "it is included."
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82%
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "its included" attempts to express that something is part of a larger whole, but it fails grammatically. It incorrectly uses the possessive pronoun "its" instead of the contraction "it's" (it is). Ludwig provides examples demonstrating correct usage, but they highlight the error in this query.
Frequent in
News & Media
46%
Science
38%
Academia
15%
Less common in
Encyclopedias
1%
Formal & Business
0%
Social Media
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "its included" is a common grammatical mistake, confusing the possessive pronoun "its" with the contraction "it's" (it is). As Ludwig's analysis shows, while the phrase appears across various contexts like News & Media and Science, it's crucial to use "it's included" for grammatical correctness. The intention is usually to convey that something is part of something else. Remember to differentiate between "its" (possessive) and "it's" (contraction of "it is" or "it has") to ensure clear and accurate communication.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
it's included
Corrected grammatical form using the contraction "it's" (it is).
it is included
Fully expanded form of the contraction "it's", providing clarity.
inclusion of it
Rephrased to emphasize the act of including something, shifting the focus.
its incorporation
Replaced with the noun "incorporation" to denote the action of including.
its presence
Focuses on the fact that something is present, rather than the act of including.
its addition
Emphasizes the act of adding something to a group or list.
its integration
Suggests a more thorough inclusion, where something is seamlessly blended in.
as part of it
Expresses that something is a component of a larger whole.
within its scope
Indicates that something falls under the purview or boundaries of something else.
covered by it
Suggests that something is encompassed or dealt with by something else.
FAQs
What is the correct way to write "its included"?
The correct way to write this phrase is "it's included", using the contraction "it's" which stands for "it is".
When should I use "its" vs. "it's"?
"Its" is a possessive pronoun, indicating ownership (e.g., "The dog wagged its tail"). "It's" is a contraction of "it is" or "it has" (e.g., "It's a beautiful day" or "It's been a long time").
What are some alternatives to saying "it is included"?
Depending on the context, you could say "it's part of", "it encompasses", or "it covers".
Is "its inclusion" grammatically correct?
Yes, "its inclusion" is grammatically correct. It refers to the act of including something that belongs to "it". For example: "Its inclusion was a key factor in the project's success."
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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
82%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested