under escort

USAGE SUMMARY

"under escort" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
This phrase is generally used to describe someone who is accompanied by an armed guard or law enforcement when traveling with them. For example: The local dignitary was under escort as he arrived at the airport for his flight.

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Wiki

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

40 human-written examples

M. Boisset was sent under escort to the barracks.

The New York Times

They are under escort – asylum seekers from the island's high security detention centre.

The Guardian

Under Escort Travel Chess Set, it says: "Airport delays have never been so challenging".

The New York Times - Travel

The arrival of the "reveal" episodes under escort at Heathrow made the BBC news.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

The man arrived under escort of two detectives and unwrapped the ultimate in holographic insult, a facsimile of a forgery.

The New Yorker

Officials said the Japanese Coast Guard withdrew after the fishing vessel was taken, under escort, into Russian waters.

The New York Times

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

20 human-written examples

The demand sustains human trafficking and under-age escorts engaging in survival sex.

The New York Times

Away fans travel on licensed coaches under police escort.

Independent

After being threatened at gunpoint, Poroshenko left under police escort.

The New Yorker

The men walked under police escort into the court complex.

Independent

The container was then taken under police escort to the Cypriot central bank.

The New York Times

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using "under escort", ensure the context clearly indicates who or what is providing the escort. Be specific to avoid ambiguity.

Common error

Avoid using alternative prepositions such as "in escort" or "with escort". The correct and idiomatic expression is "under escort".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "under escort" functions primarily as a prepositional phrase, modifying a noun or pronoun to indicate the state of being accompanied and protected. As confirmed by Ludwig, it's a correct and usable phrase.

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

News & Media

62%

Wiki

20%

Encyclopedias

6%

Less common in

Formal & Business

2%

Science

0%

Reference

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "under escort" is a grammatically sound and commonly used prepositional phrase that describes the state of being accompanied and protected during movement or activity. Ludwig AI confirms its correct usage. Predominantly found in news and media, it conveys a neutral yet somewhat formal tone. While alternatives such as "with an escort" or "under guard" exist, "under escort" specifically emphasizes the protective accompaniment during transit. When using this phrase, ensure clarity regarding who or what is providing the escort to avoid ambiguity.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

under guard

Similar to "under escort", but emphasizes the protection aspect.

with an escort

Focuses on the presence of an accompanying entity, emphasizing the act of providing an escort.

accompanied by a guard

Highlights the presence of a guard, specifying their role as security.

in the custody of

Implies a state of being held or protected by an authority.

guarded by

Focuses on the act of being protected by someone or something.

protected by

Highlights the protective element of the accompaniment.

supervised by

Emphasizes the oversight and control aspect of the accompaniment.

chaperoned by

Suggests a more social or supervisory role in the accompaniment.

in convoy with

Indicates movement as part of a group, typically vehicles, with mutual protection.

attended by

Highlights the act of being accompanied or serviced by someone.

FAQs

How to use "under escort" in a sentence?

You can use "under escort" to describe someone or something being accompanied by a protective force, such as "The prisoner was transported "under escort" to the courthouse".

What's the difference between "under guard" and "under escort"?

"Under guard" generally emphasizes the protective aspect, while "under escort" implies accompaniment during transit, though both can overlap. For example, someone could be "under guard" in a cell, or moved "under escort" from one location to another.

Which is correct: "under escort" or "in escort"?

"Under escort" is the correct and idiomatic phrase. "In escort" is not standard English.

What can I say instead of "under escort"?

Alternatives include "with an escort", "accompanied by a guard", or "guarded by", depending on the specific context.