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via this document
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "via this document" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that information or communication is being conveyed through the document in question. Example: "You can find the details of the project timeline via this document."
✓ Grammatically correct
Academia
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The father's motion for "Protective Separation" was not heard, but the court ordered said separation via this document (purchased legally through the court house by volunteers) forbidding any contact between the children and their mother.
News & Media
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Document via EFF View this document on Scribd.
News & Media
Via this route, sensitive documents, proprietary production data and other files were found and pilfered.
News & Media
I'm writing this on my iMac at home, from which I can send this document via my University Web-mail account to my editors' "superphones" — a Blackberry, an iPhone or any other handheld device.
Academia
How do you register rDNA materials with the IBC? Non-exempt research is registered by completing the Recombinant DNA Registration form and sending this document via e-mail to the Duke University Biosafety Office ([email protected]).edu
Academia
If you think you can do better than us, we invite you to submit your prediction via this Google document (entries close upon the whistle of the opening game on June 12th).
News & Media
At submission, the augmented document tree in the browser is serialized and submitted as XML to the back end index via the document submission API (See next section).
Science
Frequently Asked Questions about developing partnerships at the Country Office-level with civil society organizations can be found via this link: FAQ document .
Formal & Business
Great trolling from the DNC at the Rubio rally in Dallas, via @SeanCWalsh (document here).
News & Media
Qualitative data will be gathered via interviews with all 22 project leaders and via document analysis for in depth descriptions of project interventions and the contexts in which DMPs are embedded.
Science
Members of the group add to the poem via a shared document online.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "via this document" to clearly indicate that a specific piece of information or a process is accessed or explained within the mentioned document. This improves clarity, especially in academic or formal writing.
Common error
Avoid using "via this document" in casual conversation or informal writing. Simpler alternatives like "in this document" or "this document shows" are more appropriate.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "via this document" functions as a prepositional phrase, modifying a verb or noun to indicate the means or channel through which information is conveyed. As Ludwig AI indicates, this phrase is grammatically correct.
Frequent in
Academia
33%
News & Media
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Science
34%
Less common in
Formal & Business
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Encyclopedias
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Wiki
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "via this document" is a grammatically correct and usable way to indicate that information or communication is being conveyed through a specific document. While Ludwig's AI confirms its correctness, it is relatively rare. It is commonly used in academic, news and media, and scientific contexts. For informal settings, simpler alternatives might be preferable. Remember to use this phrase to direct the audience to the document for specific details.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
through this document
Replaces "via" with "through", maintaining the same meaning with a slight variation in wording.
within this document
Indicates that the information is contained inside the document.
in this document
A simpler way to state that the information is present in the document.
according to this document
Emphasizes that the information is sourced directly from the document.
as stated in this document
Highlights the document as the authoritative source of the information.
using this document
Focuses on the document as a tool or means for obtaining information.
by way of this document
A more formal way of saying "via this document", indicating a channel or means.
this document details
Shifts the focus to what the document explains or presents.
this document provides
Similar to "this document details", but emphasizes the document's role in supplying information.
this document outlines
Highlights that the document presents a structured overview or plan.
FAQs
How can I use "via this document" in a sentence?
You can use "via this document" to indicate that information is obtained or transmitted through a particular document. For example, "The project's requirements are outlined "in this document"".
What is a more formal alternative to "via this document"?
A more formal alternative is "by means of this document". Both phrases indicate that something is achieved or communicated through the document, but "by means of" has a slightly more elevated tone.
Is it correct to say "through this document" instead of "via this document"?
Yes, "through this document" is a correct and often preferred alternative. It maintains the same meaning and is widely accepted in both formal and informal contexts.
Can I use "via this document" to refer to an electronic document?
Yes, "via this document" can refer to both physical and electronic documents. The key is that the document serves as the medium or source of the information being referenced.
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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
4.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested