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was indicated from
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "was indicated from" is not correct in standard written English.
It is typically used incorrectly; the correct preposition should be "by" instead of "from." Example: "The results of the study were indicated by the data collected over the year."
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Alternative expressions(18)
was indicated by
was suggested by
was revealed by
was demonstrated by
was inferred from
was gathered from
was deduced from
was derived from
stemmed from
was pointed out by
was deducted from
was aired from
was recommended from
was attributed from
was designated from
was extended from
comes out from
is appropriate from
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Exact Expressions
25 human-written examples
In addition, high column efficiency was indicated from the large number of theoretical plates.
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Voidage in the alteration layers was indicated from enhanced lifetimes in positron annihilation lifetime spectroscopy.
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All consecutive patients in whom treatment with TZP was indicated from October 2014 to March 2016 were included.
All consecutive patients in whom treatment with MER or TZP was indicated from October 2014 to March 2015 were included.
Such differences have a profound effect upon the electroanalytical performance, as was indicated from pulse-voltammetric, amperometric and stripping operations.
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Surgery was indicated (from senior author's experience, H.B). in cases of failure of conservative measures, abscess formation from the beginning, bone destruction, septicaemia or neurological deficits.
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Similar Expressions
35 human-written examples
This is indicated from the color chain from green to red.
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Conversely, the relative magnitude of contributions from the two processes could be indicated from the model.
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These results suggest that status differentiation or hierarchical social organization cannot be indicated from Ghassulian architecture.
High validation is indicated from the study case of Zhujiang New Town in Guangzhou.
Abandonment of Vatnahverfi is indicated from the late 14th to early 15th century AD.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "was indicated by" instead of "was indicated from" for grammatically correct phrasing. This ensures clarity and aligns with standard English usage.
Common error
Avoid using "from" after "indicated" in passive constructions. The correct preposition is "by". For example, use "The problem was indicated by the test results" instead of "The problem was indicated from the test results".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "was indicated from" functions as a passive construction where an action (indication) is being received. However, according to Ludwig, this is not a standard grammatical form and is typically considered incorrect English. The correct form should be "was indicated by".
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "was indicated from" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. Ludwig AI suggests that the correct phrasing is "was indicated by". Although examples can be found, primarily in scientific contexts, it is better to avoid this construction to maintain grammatical accuracy and clarity. Alternatives such as "was suggested by", "was shown by", and "was revealed by" are recommended for better English usage. Using "was indicated by" ensures that your writing aligns with established grammatical norms.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
was suggested by
Replaces "indicated from" with "suggested by", focusing on the idea of a hint or implication.
was shown by
Uses "shown by" to emphasize a clear demonstration or evidence.
was demonstrated by
Highlights a clear and obvious display of something through evidence.
was revealed by
Indicates that something was made known through a particular source or event.
was inferred from
Focuses on drawing a conclusion based on evidence or reasoning.
was gathered from
Implies collecting information from various sources to form an understanding.
was deduced from
Emphasizes a logical conclusion reached through reasoning.
was derived from
Highlights the origin or source from which something is obtained.
was determined from
Indicates a definitive conclusion reached through investigation or analysis.
stemmed from
Highlights something that originated from something else.
FAQs
What is the correct way to use "indicated" in a passive sentence?
The correct way is to use "indicated by", as in "The error "was indicated by" the error message".
What can I say instead of "was indicated from"?
You can use alternatives like "was suggested by", "was shown by", or "was revealed by depending on the context.
Which is correct, "was indicated from" or "was indicated by"?
"Was indicated by" is the correct and standard English usage. "Was indicated from" is generally considered grammatically incorrect.
When should I use "was indicated by"?
Use ""was indicated by"" when you want to express that something was pointed out or suggested by something else, such as evidence or data.
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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
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested