Your English writing platform
Discover LudwigSuggestions(5)
"was had" is not correct and is not usable in written English.
When writing in English, you should not write "was had." Instead, you can use a phrase like "was obtained" or "was acquired" instead. Example: We obtained the necessary supplies for the project.
Dictionary
was had
verb
To possess, own, hold.
synonyms
Exact(58)
I reckon fun was had.
Fun was had by all.
A swell time was had by all.
A good time was had by all.
A great time was had by all.
A splendid time was had by all!
Champagne was had," she confided.
The second objection was, had to do with religious freedom.
They were not considered until the subsequent proceeding was had.
Similar(2)
"I was having flashbacks".
She was having fun.
Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.
Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com