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was originated through
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "was originated through" is not correct in standard written English.
It is typically used to describe the source or method by which something came into existence, but the word "originated" does not require "was" in this context. Example: "The concept originated through a series of experiments conducted in the lab."
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The doctrine that the first simple originated thing is not Intelligence but "indefinite matter" and that Intelligence was originated through the mediation of this matter was attributed to Empedocles, a 5th-century-bce Greek philosopher, in doxographies (compilations of extracts from the Greek philosophers) translated into Arabic.
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Similar Expressions
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Associates' way of doing business is "strikingly" different than Citigroup's, he added, in part because many of Associates' consumer loans are originated through brokers.
News & Media
On April 13th, Mozilo, in an e-mail to Sambol, Sieracki, and others, still addressing the H.S.B.C. situation, wrote that the loans had been originated "through our channels with disregard for process [and] compliance with guidelines".
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Despite this, less than 0.1percentt of all loans are originated through fintech startups.
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Loans are originated through WebBank, the partner bank that also works with LendingClub.
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The bone microstructure suggests that rauisuchian osteoderms were originated through a mechanism that involves both intramembranous and metaplastic ossifications.
Science
However, findings of fossil areas floored by exhumed mantle or hyper-extended crust are comparatively rare within orogenic belts that were originated through the inversion of pre-existing rifted margins.
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The catalyst consists of a very thin layer of carbon, since the seed-growth of such ordered Pt2CoNi nanoelectrocatalyst has been originated through the pores of high surface area carbon during a MSS.
Science
The funding comes on the heels of some solid growth for the company, which has a full-time staff of 12: Over the past five months, some $25 million in building contracts were originated through the Honest Buildings platform, and the company counts industry giants such as Cushman & Wakefield as users.
News & Media
We have analyzed the Drosophila PHD locus, fatiga, which encodes 3 isoforms, FgaA, FgaB and FgaC that are originated through a combination of alternative initiation of transcription and alternative splicing.
Science
This suggests that some of the H. saltator bHLH genes have been originated through duplications.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Opt for more direct and grammatically correct alternatives such as "was created through" or "arose from" to ensure clarity and credibility in your writing.
Common error
Be mindful of overusing passive voice constructions like "was originated through". Active voice often provides a clearer and more concise way to express the same idea. For example, instead of "the project was initiated through collaboration", consider "collaboration initiated the project".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "was originated through" functions as a passive construction attempting to describe the process by which something came into existence. However, as Ludwig AI points out, this particular phrasing is grammatically incorrect.
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Science
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News & Media
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Encyclopedias
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Formal & Business
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Wiki
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "was originated through" is generally considered grammatically incorrect, as indicated by Ludwig. While its intended purpose is to describe the origin or creation of something, it's better to use more precise and grammatically sound alternatives such as "was created through", "arose from", or "stemmed from". These alternatives ensure clarity and credibility in writing, particularly in formal or professional contexts. Using this type of construction could signal that one is not fully proficient in standard English writing, especially in professional contexts.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
was created by means of
Replaces "originated" with "created" and "through" with "by means of" for clarity.
was formed through
Focuses on the formation process, using "formed" instead of "originated".
arose from
Uses a more concise phrasing to indicate the source or origin.
stemmed from
Implies a causal relationship, indicating that something developed from a specific source.
resulted from
Highlights the outcome or consequence of a process or event.
was derived from
Indicates that something was obtained or developed from a particular source or method.
was developed using
Emphasizes the method or tool used in the development process.
was brought about by
Focuses on the cause or agent that initiated the creation or origination.
came into being through
A more formal way of expressing how something was created or originated.
was initiated via
Highlights the starting point and the method used in the origination process.
FAQs
What's a better way to say "was originated through"?
You can use alternatives like "was created through", "arose from", or "stemmed from" depending on the context.
Is "was originated through" grammatically correct?
No, the phrase "was originated through" is not considered grammatically correct in standard English. The word "originated" does not require the auxiliary verb "was" in this construction. Ludwig AI confirms that it is not correct in standard written English.
How can I use "originate" correctly in a sentence?
Use "originate" in active voice or replace the entire phrase with a more common construction. For example, "The idea originated from a dream" is correct. Alternatively, you could say "The idea stemmed from a dream".
What are some formal alternatives to "was originated through"?
In formal writing, consider using phrases like "was derived from" or "was developed using" to maintain a professional tone while ensuring grammatical correctness.
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
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2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested