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notified from
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "notified from" is not grammatically correct and should not be used in written English.
The correct form would be "notified by" or "notified through." Here is an example sentence using the correct form: "I was notified by the school about the change in schedule."
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
28 human-written examples
Where the notifying hospital's location and the patient's usual place of residence differed significantly (eg, notified from Liverpool, place of residence Cardiff), the notifying hospital's location was recorded as case location.
Science
Successful applicants will be notified from September.
News & Media
Admitted students are notified from early March through mid-April.
Academia
The results of a retrospective analysis of CL cases reports, between 2000 and 2011 showed that the incidence was estimated to 463/100,000 inhabitants/year, with a total of 1242 cases were notified from 1997 to 2011.
Science
It was notified from Table 6, and the first decomposition step has the lowest values of Ea, ∆H, and ∆G than the second decomposition step.
Mortality referred to all-cause deaths notified from any source.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
32 human-written examples
Any notice given under this Agreement shall be in writing to such contact as the parties may notify from time to time and may be hand delivered to the other party or sent by pre-paid post or email (with a hard copy sent by post) to the address of that party specified in this Agreement or such other address as may be notified under this Agreement by that party from time to time for this purpose.
News & Media
"We were never asked for any additional approvals regarding the photo shoot, and no one from her team notified anyone from the magazine regarding retouching for this photo shoot.
News & Media
For rotation next year, the Pentagon has activated 10,000 troops from the Arkansas and North Carolina Guards and notified 5,000 from Washington that they may be needed.
News & Media
Halliburton notified investigators from a Justice Department task force about the deletion of data.
News & Media
Hours later, after officials in Dhaka were notified, officers from the Rapid Action Battalion as well as surrounding police stations arrived.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "notified from" in formal writing. Instead, use "notified by" or "informed by" to ensure grammatical correctness.
Common error
The common mistake is using "from" after "notified." Always use "by" to indicate the source of the notification: "I was notified by the school", not "I was notified from the school."
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "notified from" functions as a passive construction intending to indicate the source of a notification. However, it is grammatically incorrect. As noted by Ludwig AI, the correct prepositions to use are "by" or "through".
Frequent in
Science
40%
News & Media
20%
Academia
20%
Less common in
Formal & Business
10%
Wiki
5%
Reference
5%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "notified from" may appear in some contexts, it is grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI recommends using "notified by" or "informed by" instead to ensure your writing is clear and correct. Although there are 10 examples in our dataset, this incorrect phrase should be replaced by a more correct alternative. Always strive for precision in your language to maintain credibility and clarity, especially in formal or professional communication. When aiming to specify the origin of a notification, ""notified by"" provides a grammatically sound and widely accepted alternative.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
received notification from
A more formal way of saying "notified from", clarifying the action.
informed by
Focuses on the act of receiving information from a source.
was informed by
Passive voice construction emphasizing the reception of information.
alerted by
Emphasizes the act of being warned or made aware of something by a source.
was alerted by
Similar to "alerted by", but in passive voice.
contacted by
Highlights the communication aspect of being notified.
apprised of by
A formal way of saying "informed by", suggesting detailed information.
advised by
Suggests receiving guidance or recommendations from a source.
heard from
An informal way of saying "received communication from".
got word from
Suggests receiving news or information from someone.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say "notified from"?
The grammatically correct alternatives are "notified by" or "informed by". For example, say "I was "notified by" the company" instead of "I was notified from the company".
Can I use "notified from" in any context?
While you might encounter "notified from" in informal settings, it's best to avoid it in formal or professional writing. Opt for phrases like ""notified by"" or "informed by" for clarity and correctness.
What does "notified by" mean?
"Notified by" means that you received official information or a formal announcement from a specific source. For example, "I was "notified by" email about the meeting change".
Is there a difference between "notified by" and "informed by"?
While both phrases indicate receiving information, "notified by" often implies a more formal or official communication. "Informed by" can be used more broadly to mean simply having knowledge of something from a source.
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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
83%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested