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was already reported
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "was already reported" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to information or events that have been communicated or documented prior to the current moment. Example: "The issue with the software was already reported to the technical team last week."
✓ Grammatically correct
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(20)
had been previously reported
had been previously documented
was already known
was previously reported
was established earlier
was known beforehand
had been established
had been ascertained
is a matter of record
was recently reported
was formerly reported
was early reported
was even reported
was soon reported
was already audited
was ever reported
was immediately reported
was well reported
was still reported
was currently reported
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Exact Expressions
60 human-written examples
An algorithm [31] was already reported to solve this problem.
Science
Use of its bark for defluoridation was already reported (Suneetha et al., n.d).
Copper was already reported in the black pigments of Pre-Columbian Chilean potteries [43].
Science
However, pregnancy was already reported 2 months after ovarian tissue transplantation [3].
Science
In this work, it was already reported a significant performance improvement with the stress assignment.
And it was already reported that T420I mutation of RUNX2 is associated with CCD [16].
A similarity search for slowly varying waveforms, which applies "R-tree" index with Java implementation, was already reported [H.
The latter phenomenon was already reported in Satoh et al. (2001) for about ten sites in the Sendai basin.
Science
This observation was already reported by Kawamura et al. [35] that Irgafos-168 was fastest to disappear from the samples.
Moreover, the evidence of a spin-dependent quantum transport phenomenon in CuO nanowires was already reported [14].
Science
This shutdown was already reported, and it was supposed to happen by "the end of the year".
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When using "was already reported", ensure the context clearly indicates where and when the information was previously reported for clarity and credibility.
Common error
Avoid using "was already reported" without providing any reference to the original source or context. Vague references can undermine your argument or analysis.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "was already reported" functions as a passive voice construction indicating that information or an event has been previously documented or communicated. It's used to reference prior knowledge, as seen in Ludwig's examples.
Frequent in
Science
93%
News & Media
3%
Wiki
2%
Less common in
Formal & Business
1%
Social Media
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Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "was already reported" is a grammatically sound and widely used phrase for referencing previously documented information. As Ludwig AI confirms, it's suitable across a range of writing contexts but is most commonly found in scientific literature. Remember to be specific when using the phrase, citing the original source whenever possible to maintain clarity and credibility. While variations exist, such as "had been previously documented", the key function remains consistent: referencing prior knowledge.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
had been previously documented
Focuses on the act of documentation rather than a general report.
had been noted before
Emphasizes that the information was observed or mentioned earlier.
was previously indicated
Highlights that something was pointed out or suggested in the past.
was established earlier
Suggests that something was proven or confirmed at a prior time.
was known beforehand
Focuses on prior knowledge of the information.
had been established
Focuses on the act of something being set as a principle.
had been ascertained
Focuses on the fact of discovering something with certainty.
was already known
Emphasizes the state of being known, rather than the act of reporting.
is a matter of record
Indicates something is officially documented and available for review.
has been covered previously
Emphasizes that the topic has received attention in prior discussions or publications.
FAQs
How can I use "was already reported" in a sentence?
Use "was already reported" to refer to information that has been previously documented or communicated. For example, "The side effects of the drug "were already reported" in the initial study".
What are some alternatives to "was already reported"?
You can use alternatives like "had been previously documented", "was previously indicated", or "was already known depending on the context".
Is it redundant to say "was already reported previously"?
Yes, using "previously" with "was already reported" is typically redundant, as "already" implies that it happened before. Stick to either "was already reported" or "was previously reported".
What's the difference between "was reported" and "was already reported"?
"Was reported" simply indicates that something was communicated. "Was already reported" emphasizes that the information is not new and has been communicated at some earlier point.
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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
82%
Authority and reliability
4.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested