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was evaluated to
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "was evaluated to" is not correct in standard written English.
It is typically used in contexts where an assessment or judgment is made, but the correct form would be "was evaluated as" or "was evaluated to be." Example: "The project was evaluated to be successful based on the criteria set by the committee."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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Alternative expressions(18)
was assessed as
was assessed to be
was determined to be
was judged to be
was evaluated as
was found to be
was considered to be
was deemed to be
was appraised as
was estimated to be
was estimated to
was educated to
was ascertained to
was investigated to
was updated to
was consolidated to
was utilized to
was assigned to
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
60 human-written examples
pHpzc was evaluated to be 6.29.
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NACT was evaluated to establish selection criteria.
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The measurement uncertainty was evaluated to be ±5%.
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The upper limit was evaluated to be 8000 g/mol.
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Bacterial degradation by P. aureginosae was evaluated to demonstrate the biodegradability of the catalyst system.
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The patient record was evaluated to determine reasons for noncompliance as shown in Table 1.
Electrospray ionization (ESI) was evaluated to obtain a better response from the analytes.
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Results: A series of well-described PET tracers was evaluated to set the LSE threshold.
In other words, the thinned forest environment was evaluated to be relatively dark and wet.
The performance of the three procedures was evaluated to determine the most efficient application.
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Cell viability was evaluated to exclude any toxic effect of SPIO or Cell Sense.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When describing an evaluation, use the correct grammatical structure: "was evaluated as" or "was evaluated to be".
Common error
Avoid using "to" after "evaluated" when you mean "evaluated as" or "evaluated to be". Always double-check your preposition choice to maintain grammatical accuracy.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "was evaluated to" functions as a passive construction indicating that something underwent an assessment or judgment. However, it is grammatically questionable. Ludwig AI points out that the correct form should be "was evaluated as" or "was evaluated to be".
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100%
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Formal & Business
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Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "was evaluated to" is frequently used, especially in scientific literature, to denote that something has been assessed. However, Ludwig AI signals that it is grammatically incorrect; the proper forms are "was evaluated as" or "was evaluated to be". While prevalent, it's advisable to opt for grammatically sound alternatives like "was evaluated as", "was assessed to be", or "was determined to be" to maintain accuracy and clarity in writing. Always prioritize grammatical correctness, even if a phrase is commonly used.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
was evaluated as
Corrects the grammatical structure to the standard form using "as" instead of "to."
was assessed to be
Replaces "evaluated" with "assessed" and corrects the grammatical structure to the standard form using "to be."
was determined to be
Emphasizes the determination aspect of the evaluation.
was judged to be
Highlights the judgment aspect of the evaluation.
was found to be
Indicates a discovery through evaluation.
was considered to be
Expresses a considered opinion or assessment.
was deemed to be
Implies a formal judgment or decision.
was measured to be
Focuses on a quantitative evaluation.
was appraised as
Replaces "evaluated" with "appraised" and corrects the grammatical structure to the standard form using "as."
was estimated to be
Implies an approximate evaluation.
FAQs
How can I correctly use "was evaluated" in a sentence?
The correct usage is "was evaluated as" or "was evaluated to be". For example, "The project "was evaluated as successful"" or "The project "was evaluated to be successful"".
What are some alternatives to "was evaluated to"?
You can use alternatives like "was assessed to be", "was determined to be", or "was judged to be".
Is it grammatically correct to say "was evaluated to"?
No, it's not grammatically correct. The correct forms are "was evaluated as" or "was evaluated to be". While common, "was evaluated to" should be avoided in formal writing.
What's the difference between "was evaluated as" and "was evaluated to be"?
Both phrases are grammatically correct and convey a similar meaning. "Was evaluated as" directly states the evaluation result, while "was evaluated to be" emphasizes the process of reaching that conclusion.
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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
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested