same as through

USAGE SUMMARY

Sentence The phrase 'same as through' is not technically correct English.
It's possible that you could use it in spoken English in certain contexts, but it is not something that you would use in formal or written English. For example, if you were trying to tell someone that they could do something the same way as someone else had done it, you might say, "Just do it the same way that Bob did, same as through."

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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

3 human-written examples

Males made up 93 percent of those stopped, the same as through last March.

The New York Times

Another option would be a stop in Bali before visiting Java; fares can be roughly the same as through Jakarta.

The New York Times - Travel

Therefore, at steady state we expect the transport rates of hydrophobic pollutants through biofilms to be the same as through water.

Chemical Engineering Science

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

57 human-written examples

Since the middle bracket rate would be the same as the pass-through rate, only pass-through filers wealthy enough to fit in the highest bracket would benefit from the change.

Huffington Post

But that's not the same as following through.

The New York Times

For me it just would not be the same as leafing through the pages.

The Guardian

Basically, 2014 will look the same as 1972 through the lens of Instagram (ok, so pictures have time and date stamps, but ssh, you know what I mean).

The Guardian - Tech

But browsing CD's in library packaging is not quite the same as browsing through the old LP shelves, and other quality of life issues -- like readable program notes -- are compromised.

The New York Times - Arts

A glass of dessert wine weighs in with a far higher calorie content – sometimes between 250 and 275 calories, which is effectively the same as munching through three chocolate digestive biscuits.

Independent

You'll access the new look the same as before, through the" Events" link in left-side navigation menu of your home page.

TechCrunch

Moreover, amplitudes are indipendent under the change of orientation of the manifold as this is the same as acting through the color symmetry of the group field theory [19].

Journal of Theoretical and Applied Physics

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Avoid using the phrase "same as through" in formal writing. Replace it with grammatically correct alternatives such as "the same as going through" or "equivalent to passing through" for clarity and professionalism.

Common error

A common mistake is to combine "same as" with "through" unnecessarily. Remember that "same as" already indicates a comparison. Adding "through" can make the sentence grammatically incorrect and confusing. Instead, clarify what action or process is being compared.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "same as through" functions as a comparative expression, though it's grammatically flawed. It attempts to equate one scenario or process with another but does so incorrectly. Ludwig notes its technical inaccuracy, suggesting rephrasing for proper grammar.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

News & Media

33%

Science

33%

Academia

33%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The phrase "same as through" is identified by Ludwig as grammatically incorrect. While it aims to compare scenarios, its non-standard phrasing undermines clarity. It is considered rare in usage and unsuitable for formal writing. Ludwig suggests using grammatically correct alternatives such as "the same as going through" or "equivalent to passing through". Though examples exist across News & Media, Science, and Academia, it is important to prioritize correct alternatives for clear and professional communication.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

the same as going through

This alternative clarifies the comparison by explicitly mentioning a process or experience that is being undergone.

identical to passing through

Replaces "same" with "identical" to emphasize exact similarity and specifies the action of moving through something.

equivalent to traversing

Uses more formal language, replacing "same as" with "equivalent to" and "through" with the verb "traversing".

just like moving through

This alternative uses a more casual tone while maintaining clarity about the action of passing through.

consistent with proceeding through

This alternative offers a formal and somewhat technical option, indicating a consistent progression.

equal to walking through

This alternative replaces the abstract "through" with the concrete action of "walking through".

the same way as experiencing

Focuses on the similarity of experience rather than just physical movement.

similar to navigating through

Highlights the act of navigating a path or process.

akin to journeying through

Emphasizes the process as a journey or passage.

comparable to advancing through

Focuses on the aspect of advancement and progress.

FAQs

How can I correct the phrase "same as through" in a sentence?

Replace "same as through" with alternatives like "the same as going through" or "equivalent to passing through" to ensure grammatical correctness and clarity.

What's a more formal way to say "same as through"?

For formal contexts, consider using "consistent with proceeding through" or "comparable to advancing through" to convey the meaning with greater precision and adherence to grammatical norms.

Is "same as through" grammatically correct in English?

No, "same as through" is not considered grammatically correct. It's better to use phrases like "the same as experiencing" or "similar to navigating through" which follow standard English grammar rules.

What's the difference between "same as" and "same as through"?

"Same as" is a correct way to make a comparison. Adding "through" after it, as in "same as through", is typically unnecessary and grammatically incorrect. The phrase "same as" already implies a comparison without needing further prepositional reinforcement.