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originally been created
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "originally been created" is not correct in standard English usage.
It should be rephrased to maintain proper tense and structure, such as "originally created." Example: "The artwork has originally been created in the 18th century, but it has since been restored."
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News & Media
Science
Wiki
Encyclopedias
Alternative expressions(5)
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Exact Expressions
7 human-written examples
This led to a revaluation of sketches that had originally been created for other works.
Encyclopedias
The researchers had only 16 embryos (which had originally been created for IVF but were deemed surplus to requirements), so to maximise the number of cells they had to play with, they used most of the cells in each.
News & Media
In Cragswoman, the female model had originally been created for commercial work.
News & Media
It had originally been created to depict the Battle of Britain, but went unpublished by The Saturday Evening Post.
Wiki
The page, titled "Kampala Exposed: Facts and Rumors," had originally been created to "expose the rot in society," according to its organizers, Towleroad reported.
News & Media
When asked about the popularity of the band's MySpace site in an interview with Prefix Magazine, the band said that they were unaware what it was, and that the site had originally been created by their fans.
Wiki
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
53 human-written examples
This originally was created by the San Francisco Opera, and was intended to be shared by the Metropolitan.
News & Media
The prom, which originally was created in the late 19th century as a middle-class version of the debutante ball, grew popular during the Depression.
News & Media
The obtained data indicate that these methodologies, which originally were created for man-made underground works, are a useful tool in a preliminary assessment the stability of natural caves such as lava tubes.
Due to Google's Nexus 7 originally being created to test the water, Google was rather conservative about placing its initial orders and only ordered about 600,000 units for June.
News & Media
Although the app originally was created so people could report the checkpoints, users eventually began using the service in different ways.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using "originally been created" in formal writing. Instead, use "originally created" or other alternatives for better grammatical correctness.
Common error
The phrase "originally been created" incorrectly combines the adverb "originally" with the passive perfect construction. Always use "originally created" to maintain proper tense and structure.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "originally been created" functions as a modifier in the passive voice, intending to describe the initial state or purpose of something. However, it is grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI marks the phrase usage as incorrect.
Frequent in
News & Media
33%
Science
33%
Wiki
17%
Less common in
Encyclopedias
17%
Formal & Business
0%
Academia
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while "originally been created" attempts to convey the idea of initial creation, it is grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI flags this phrase as non-standard usage. The correct and preferred phrasing is "originally created". Although found in various contexts like news and science, it's best to avoid "originally been created" in formal settings. Alternative phrases like "initially created" or "first created" offer grammatically sound ways to express the same concept.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
initially created
Replaces "originally been" with "initially", maintaining the passive voice and the sense of beginning.
first created
Substitutes "originally been" with "first", emphasizing the temporal aspect of creation.
originally made
Replaces "created" with "made", offering a simpler and more direct phrasing.
initially developed
Replaces "created" with "developed", implying a more complex process of creation.
originally designed
Substitutes "created" with "designed", focusing on the planning and intention behind the creation.
originally produced
Replaces "created" with "produced", highlighting the aspect of manufacturing or output.
was initially conceived
Replaces "originally been created" with a more formal and elaborate expression.
was first established
Emphasizes the beginning or founding of something rather than its pure creation.
was initially brought into existence
Offers a very formal and detailed way of expressing the idea of initial creation.
was originally brought forth
Suggests a birthing or generative origin, often used metaphorically.
FAQs
How can I correctly use the idea of "originally been created" in a sentence?
The grammatically correct way to phrase this idea is to use "originally created". For example, "The artwork was originally created in the 18th century."
What is a simple alternative to "originally been created"?
A simple alternative is to use "initially created". This option is direct and maintains grammatical correctness.
Is there a difference in meaning between "originally created" and "initially created"?
While both phrases are very similar, "originally created" refers more to the intent or design, while "initially created" simply refers to the first act of creation.
Which is correct, "originally been created" or "originally created"?
"Originally created" is the grammatically correct phrase. The phrase "originally been created" is considered non-standard usage.
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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
77%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested