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reported to ground
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "reported to ground" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to convey information being communicated to a ground control or base, but it lacks clarity and proper context. Example: "The pilot reported to ground that the landing gear was malfunctioning."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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Alternative expressions(20)
reach a conclusion
coming to ground
be brought to an end
sources to ground
come to earth
cease operations
accompanied to ground
grind to a halt
come to grounds
reach a standstill
referenced to ground
contributed to ground
reach an understanding
collected to ground
come to mass
come to reasons
converted to ground
touch down
come to land
come to said
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1 human-written examples
Though the interceptor pilot reported to ground control, "Target destroyed", the Soviet command, from General on down, indicated surprise and consternation at KAL 007's continued flight, and ability to regain its altitude and maneuver.
Wiki
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
58 human-written examples
In addition, patients' requests for euthanasia are also often reported to be grounded in fear of losing dignity or autonomy and to a lesser extent by pain [ 22, 29].
Science
Amazon Video is reported to be gaining ground on Netflix in Europe, out-performing Netflix in Germany only a few months after its launch.
News & Media
For instance, video and verbal feedback has been reported to decrease vertical ground reaction force (vGRF) and increase peak knee flexion angle during a drop jump task (Hewett 2005; Gokeler et al. 2015).
In fact, both wood turtles (Clemmys insculpta LeConte) and herring gulls (Larus argentatus Pontoppidan) have been reported to vibrate the ground in order to capture emerging earthworms [4], [5].
Science
In particular, patients with a LLI of 2.5 to 3.5 cm have been reported to have greater ground reaction forces [ 8], quadriceps activity [ 9], and hip joint forces [ 10].
Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh was reported to have been grounded by immigration officials at New York airport because "they couldn't believe he was from India".
News & Media
The crew had reported to mechanics on the ground that they could not control the horizontal stabilizer.
News & Media
The 24-year-old, who is determined to be granted his dream move to Real, reported to the Tottenham training ground on Wednesday morning when the squad reconvened after their involvement in the Barclays Asia Trophy and two days off.
News & Media
Bale, 24, reported to Tottenham's training ground on Wednesday, undergoing treatment on the leg injury which forced him to miss their last two pre-season matches.
News & Media
Bale reported to Tottenham's training ground on Wednesday morning, undergoing treatment on the leg injury which forced him to miss Spurs's last two pre-season matches.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When referring to communication with a ground base, use clearer and more specific alternatives such as "informed ground control" or "notified ground personnel". This enhances clarity and avoids potential misinterpretations.
Common error
Don't use the phrase "reported to ground" in formal writing. This can sound awkward and unclear. Instead, opt for alternatives that explicitly specify the method and content of the communication.
Source & Trust
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Authority and reliability
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Real-world application tested
Linguistic Context
The phrase "reported to ground" typically functions as a verb phrase describing the action of conveying information to a ground base or control. However, its usage is not grammatically sound, making alternatives more appropriate. Ludwig AI highlights this with the phrase being marked as incorrect.
Frequent in
News & Media
33%
Science
33%
Wiki
33%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Academia
0%
Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "reported to ground" aims to convey communication with a ground base or control, it's grammatically questionable and lacks clarity. Ludwig AI identifies it as not correct in standard written English. Therefore, it's advisable to use more precise and grammatically sound alternatives like "informed ground control" or "notified ground personnel". These alternatives enhance clarity and ensure effective communication, particularly in professional and formal contexts. Usage contexts from Ludwig include news, science, and wiki sources, but even in these areas, clarity is crucial.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
informed ground control
Replaces "reported to" with "informed", providing a more direct and clear communication verb.
notified ground personnel
Substitutes "reported to" with "notified", emphasizing the act of formally informing ground staff.
contacted ground base
Replaces "reported to" with "contacted", highlighting the act of establishing communication.
radioed to base
Uses "radioed" to specify the means of communication, adding a specific detail.
updated ground command
Implies conveying new information or changes to ground command.
communicated with ground staff
Replaces "reported to" with "communicated with", broadening the scope of interaction.
gave a status update to ground
Emphasizes the provision of a status report, adding detail about the content of the communication.
relayed information to ground
Highlights the act of transmitting specific information.
sent a message to ground
Uses a more general term, 'message', to describe what was communicated.
conveyed details to ground crew
Focuses on providing specific details to the ground crew.
FAQs
What is a more grammatically correct way to say "reported to ground"?
Instead of "reported to ground", use phrases such as "informed ground control", "notified ground personnel", or "contacted ground base" for better clarity.
How can I improve the clarity of my writing when referring to communication with a ground base?
Be specific about the method and content of the communication. For example, instead of "reported to ground", specify "radioed to base" or "gave a status update to ground".
Is "reported to ground" considered formal or informal language?
Given its awkwardness and lack of precision, "reported to ground" is best avoided in formal contexts. Opt for more professional alternatives like "communicated with ground staff" or "relayed information to ground".
What are some alternatives to "reported to ground" that emphasize the specific information conveyed?
To highlight the information shared, use alternatives such as "updated ground command" or "conveyed details to ground crew".
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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
84%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested