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open to date
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "open to date" is not correct in standard written English.
It seems to be an attempt to convey that something is available or current, but it lacks clarity and proper usage. Example: "The project is open to date, allowing for new contributions and updates."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
News & Media
Science
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Usage summary
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
3 human-written examples
Tomas Berdych became the most high-profile casualty of the French Open to date as he fell to French qualifier Stephane Robert in five sets.
News & Media
In addition, because all previous 9 bp sites successfully targeted by OPEN to date have possessed at least one GNN triplet [26], we eliminated ZFN sites harboring one or more half-sites that are devoid of GNN triplets.
Science
Twelve sites are open to date with 43 patients randomised as of the 31st March 2011.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
57 human-written examples
But he wasn't open to dating.
News & Media
Many black women are open to dating interracially.
News & Media
She promptly told him she wasn't open to dating a colleague.
News & Media
Correction: the original version of this article incorrectly said that Gaile was open to dating women.
News & Media
Both Gaile and Tamela are open to dating other people, though it can be complicated managing time, expectations and dynamics.
News & Media
As a still-single African-American woman in her late 30's, I am open to dating men of all ethnic backgrounds.
News & Media
Another thing that's not useful to do is identify a kind of category of person that you think your friend should be open to dating and be critical of their decision not to choose that kind of person.
News & Media
Christina Aguilera is not open to dating someone in Hollywood, thank you very much. .
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When indicating that something is current or valid until now, use "up to date" or "current" instead of "open to date" for clarity and grammatical correctness.
Common error
Avoid using "open" to suggest currency or timeliness. "Open" typically refers to availability or accessibility, not the recency of information. Instead of saying, "The data is open to date", say "The data is up to date" to indicate that the data reflects the most recent information.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase “open to date” functions as an adjective phrase attempting to describe the currency or availability of something until a specific time. However, Ludwig AI suggests that this construction is not standard in English.
Frequent in
News & Media
33%
Science
33%
Formal & Business
0%
Less common in
Academia
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Wiki
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase “open to date” appears in some contexts, it is generally considered grammatically incorrect and is not recommended for standard English writing. As Ludwig AI suggests, it's best to use alternatives like “up to date”, “current”, or other contextually appropriate phrases to clearly convey the intended meaning of currency or availability. Given its limited frequency and the availability of clearer alternatives, avoiding “open to date” will enhance the clarity and correctness of your writing.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
up to date
Indicates the most current information or status; focuses on recency.
current
Implies the present status or version; emphasizes the present time.
as of today
Specifies a particular date as the reference point; highlights a specific time.
until now
Denotes a situation existing up to the present moment; emphasizes duration.
to this day
Similar to "until now" but can carry a stronger emotional or historical connotation.
through the present
Formally indicates a period extending to the current time; suitable for formal contexts.
latest
Highlights the most recent version or development; focuses on novelty.
presently
Indicates the current state or action; emphasizes the present situation.
at this time
Specifies the current moment; often used in formal announcements or notifications.
up until the present
Emphasizes the continuous nature of something lasting until now; more descriptive.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say something is current?
Use phrases like "up to date", "current", or "as of today" to indicate that something is the most recent or valid version. These are clearer and more grammatically sound than "open to date".
When is it appropriate to use the word "open"?
Use "open" when referring to something being accessible, available, or receptive. For example, "The library is "open to the public"" or "She is "open to suggestions"".
Which is correct, "open to date" or "up to date"?
"Up to date" is the correct and commonly used phrase to indicate that something is current or reflects the latest information. "Open to date" is generally considered grammatically incorrect.
What can I say instead of "open to date"?
Depending on the context, you can use phrases like "up to date", "current", "as of today", or "until now" to indicate that something is valid or recent.
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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
78%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested