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was circulated from
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "was circulated from" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when indicating the origin or source from which information or materials were distributed or shared. Example: "The memo was circulated from the management team to all employees to ensure everyone was informed of the changes."
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Alternative expressions(18)
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originated from
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was disseminated by
stemmed from
was derived from
was obtained from
emanated from
arose from
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was generated from
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Exact Expressions
5 human-written examples
A letter was circulated from the "no" campaign just before the vote.
News & Media
Rounds were fed to the gun on belts, which could be clipped together to provide continuous fire, and overheating was solved by surrounding the barrel in a metal jacket in which water was circulated from a separate container.
Encyclopedias
In this work, all electrochemical measurements were performed at a double-wall jacketed cell, covered with a glass plate, through which water was circulated from a thermostat to maintain a constant operational temperature of 30, 40 and 50 ± 0.5 °C.
Science
Air was circulated from the chamber outlet through small pores in the box.
Science
The anolyte was circulated from a 1 L schott bottle to the electrochemical cell, with an identical working volume of 1.2 L. The chambers were separated by an AEM (fumasep FAB, FumaTech GmbH, Germany).
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
53 human-written examples
Queensland swimmers Madison Wilson and Taylor McKeown are the other two Australians among 41 international athletes whose details are the latest to be circulated from Canada, Croatia, Denmark, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, Serbia, South Africa, Switzerland, Sweden and the US.
News & Media
The stories of people being circulated from benefits into low-grade, temporary work and back to benefits again rather defeats the object of the policy.
News & Media
In this study, the estimated groundwater flux of 63.89 m3/day (18.36% × 348 m3/day) was used as the amount of groundwater that can be circulated from Kylmäkoski aquifer.
Science
Water is circulated from the injection (injector) to the production (producer) wells through a system of open, connected fractures where it becomes heated by contact with the rock.
Science
As troops were circulated from the trenches to billets behind the lines they asserted notions of identity and place by 'Tommifying' northern France and Belgium.
The strip dispersion is circulated from the mixer to the membrane module to provide a constant supply of the LIX-79/n-heptane solution to the membrane pores.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When using "was circulated from", ensure the subject clearly identifies what was distributed and the prepositional phrase clearly specifies the origin or source. This ensures clarity and avoids ambiguity.
Common error
Avoid vagueness when specifying the origin after "was circulated from". Instead of a general term like "the office", provide a specific entity or department to enhance clarity and accountability.
Source & Trust
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "was circulated from" functions as a passive construction, indicating that something (information, document, etc.) was distributed or disseminated, with the "from" prepositional phrase specifying the origin or source of that distribution. Ludwig AI confirms its correct usage.
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Science
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News & Media
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Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "was circulated from" is a grammatically correct phrase used to indicate the origin of distributed information or materials. While Ludwig AI confirms its correctness, its frequency is rare. The phrase is most commonly found in science, news, and formal business contexts. For alternative phrasing, consider options like "was distributed by" or "originated from". When using "was circulated from", ensure the origin is clearly identified to avoid any ambiguity.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
was distributed by
Focuses on the agent of distribution, specifying who or what did the circulating.
was disseminated by
Emphasizes a wider spread or broader reach in the distribution.
originated from
Shifts focus to the starting point or source of something.
was issued by
Highlights the official nature or authorization behind the distribution.
was released by
Similar to "was issued by", but can also imply making something available to the public.
stemmed from
Implies a causal relationship or source of origin.
was derived from
Focuses on the source from which something is obtained or developed.
was obtained from
Highlights the act of acquiring something from a specific source.
emanated from
Suggests a gradual or subtle process of originating or spreading.
arose from
Implies emergence or development from a particular situation or cause.
FAQs
How can I use "was circulated from" in a sentence?
Use "was circulated from" to indicate the origin of distributed information or items. For example, "The memo "was circulated from" the HR department."
What are some alternatives to "was circulated from"?
Alternatives include "was distributed by", "originated from", or "was issued by", depending on the context.
Is it better to use "was circulated from" or "was distributed from"?
Both are grammatically correct, but "was distributed from" is often more direct and commonly used. "Was circulated from" implies a broader reach or less controlled distribution.
What's the difference between "was circulated from" and "was sent from"?
"Was sent from" typically refers to a single, direct transmission, while ""was circulated from"" implies a wider distribution to multiple recipients or locations.
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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
85%
Authority and reliability
4.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested